Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits Expropriation of Property by Foreign Adversaries

Louisiana HB192 proposes a constitutional amendment that would prohibit expropriation (eminent domain) of property by or for the benefit of foreign adversaries. The bill passed the House with a favorable committee report (8-0) and has advanced to third reading in the Senate. The amendment would add a new provision to the Louisiana Constitution governing property rights and government takings.

If enacted, the amendment would create compliance obligations for government agencies and entities seeking to exercise expropriation authority, requiring analysis of whether beneficiaries qualify as foreign adversaries. Property owners and developers with connections to foreign adversary nations may see changed procedures or restrictions on government acquisition of their property. The amendment represents a significant policy shift toward restricting foreign adversary involvement in Louisiana property transactions through constitutional means.