Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- potential for better oversight of fishing activity
Risks
- no direct environmental impact specified in available summaries
StateLouisianaTo Governor
HB 1189: WILDLIFE & FISHERIES: Provides for charter boat fishing guide licenses
Marcus Bryant
HB 1189 status: To Governor — Becomes Act No. 937 without the Governor's signature (updated Jun 23, 2026).
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Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
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Overall Score
50OUT OF 100
Score:50/100 civic fit
Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
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Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
The bill codifies licensing requirements for charter boat fishing guides, directly impacting industry professional standards and administrative oversight.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Mixed / Neutral
55%
Benefits
- formalizes professional status for charter operators
- standardizes industry licensing requirements
Risks
- adds regulatory burden and potential fees for small business owners
Society
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- improves professional accountability for fishing guides
Risks
- no significant societal shifts identified
Technology Industry
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OpenStates
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Low
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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