Sewerage and Water Board

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New Orleans City Council expands Sewerage and Water Board oversight as Act 938 takes effect
August 3, 2026

Act 938 took effect August 1, expanding New Orleans City Council authority over Sewerage and Water Board governance, budgets and accountability as officials examine the utility’s finances and staffing.

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New Orleans water-board oversight bill clears House, heads to Senate
April 27, 2026

HB1243 passed the Louisiana House and could expand City Council oversight of the Sewerage and Water Board, but Senate action is still pending.

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New Orleans sewerage oversight bill advances: what House Bill 573 could change for rates, billing and board control
April 20, 2026

New Orleans LA – A House committee advanced HB 573, a bill that could shift more Sewerage and Water Board oversight to the City Council if it becomes law.

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