DIGEST
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the legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of
the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
Robideaux HB No. 571
Abstract: Changes eligibility for participation in the Enterprise Zone Program with respect to
part-time employees and big box stores.
Present law establishes the Enterprise Zone Program which provides for tax credits and rebates
for eligible businesses.
Present law grants benefits under the program based on numbers of jobs. Part-time jobs may be
counted for purposes of eligibility.
Proposed law deletes present law authorizing participation based on part-time employees.
Present law provides for specific eligibility criteria with respect to employees for jobs which are
eligible for program benefits.
Proposed law adds a limitation on eligibility for retail businesses. If such a business has more
than 100 employees nationwide, it must be a pharmacy or grocery store to participate in an
enterprise zone.
Effective if the proposed amendments of the La. Const. contained in the Joint Resolutions which
originated as HB Nos. 434, 435, and 436 of the 2013 R.S. are concurred in by both houses of the
legislature and HB Nos. 1, 437, 474, 620, 653, 696, 697, 712, and 716, and either HB Nos. 571
or 655, or both, of this 2013 R.S. are enacted into law.
(Amends R.S. 47:1787(A)(3) and (B)(3) and 1791)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
House Floor Amendments to the original bill.
1. Changes eligibility provisions of the Enterprise Zone Rebate Program.
2. Deletes part-time employees from eligibility for participation in the enterprise zone
program.
3. Adds limitation on the participation of certain large retail businesses in the enterprise
zone program. 4. Adds effectiveness provisions, including contingencies regarding other legislation.