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Action required Louisiana Legislature LA Jun 30, 2026

Louisiana enacts comprehensive Money Transmission Act

Louisiana enacted HB 1230, a new comprehensive Money Transmission Act signed on June 9, 2026. The law takes effect July 1, 2026 and replaces the prior framework with a broader licensing, supervision, reporting, net worth, surety bond, permissible investment, and authorized agent structure aligned with the CSBS model.

Louisiana enacted HB 1230, a new comprehensive Money Transmission Act signed on June 9, 2026. The law takes effect July 1, 2026 and replaces the prior framework with a broader licensing, supervision, reporting, net worth, surety bond, permissible investment, and authorized agent structure aligned with the CSBS model.

What changed

Louisiana overhauled its money transmission law and moved to a more modern framework that covers prudential requirements, reporting, licensing, and agent oversight.

Compliance perspective

Companies licensed in Louisiana, or entering the state, should review the new statute before the July 1 effective date and compare current licensing files, agent structures, and financial responsibility documentation against the new standards. This is a framework change, not a narrow amendment.

Key date

Effective date: July 1, 2026.

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