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the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
Broadwater HB No. 1101
Abstract: Requires the Board of Examiners for Certified Shorthand Reporters to provide notice
of an investigation.
Present law authorizes the Board of Examiners of Certified Shorthand Reporters, on its own
motion or if requested in writing by verified complaint, to investigate the actions of any person
applying for, holding, or claiming to hold any certificate, or any person practicing court reporting
without first having obtained a certificate.
Proposed law retains present law and adds that at the commencement of any such investigation,
notice shall be provided to any person subject to the investigation and shall provide the nature
and subject of the investigation.
(Amends R.S. 37:2557(B))