Louisiana Legislative Session 2026: Senator Franklin Foil Highlights Key Wins for Drivers, Veterans, and Infrastructure

State Sen. Franklin Foil joined Talk 107.3 to discuss the 2026 legislative session and several bills he helped pass. He highlighted a new law that allows Louisiana to conduct its own environmental impact studies on major transportation projects, which he says could speed up projects like the proposed Mississippi River bridge. Foil also pushed a consumer protection measure requiring towing companies that charge weekend storage fees to provide access to vehicles on weekends. He discussed a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow surviving spouses of disabled veterans to keep a property tax exemption after moving. Foil also shared an update on the LSU Lakes project, saying lawmakers secured the final $2 million needed to complete the restoration effort. Looking ahead, he expects state finances and tax policy to be major topics during next year's fiscal session.