Louisiana 2014 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HB146

Introduced
3/10/14  
Introduced
3/10/14  
Refer
3/10/14  
Refer
3/10/14  
Report Pass
3/11/14  
Report Pass
3/11/14  
Engrossed
3/18/14  
Engrossed
3/18/14  
Refer
3/19/14  
Refer
3/19/14  
Report Pass
4/28/14  
Report Pass
4/28/14  
Enrolled
5/7/14  
Enrolled
5/7/14  
Chaptered
5/16/14  
Chaptered
5/16/14  
Passed
5/16/14  

Caption

Creates the "Hunters for the Hungry Louisiana" license plate

Impact

The enactment of HB 146 will generate a new source of funding for food assistance initiatives in Louisiana through the fees collected from the special license plates issued. An annual royalty fee of twenty-five dollars will be charged for each plate, with the funds directed to the Hunters for the Hungry Account. The bill stipulates that the majority of the funds must be used for the processing and distribution of meats to charitable organizations that provide food assistance, thereby linking vehicle registration to philanthropic efforts in wildlife conservation and hunger alleviation.

Summary

House Bill 146 establishes a special prestige motor vehicle license plate entitled 'Hunters for the Hungry Louisiana'. The bill mandates that the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections create and design this unique license plate, which will be available to citizens for passenger vehicles, pickup trucks, recreational vehicles, and vans, provided there are at least one thousand applicants. The design and color of the license plate will be selected by the board of directors of the nonprofit organization Hunters for the Hungry Louisiana, which is aimed at providing assistance to food distribution efforts in the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 146 is generally supportive, especially among groups focused on food security and wildlife management. Legislators and stakeholders involved in food distribution and conservation efforts have expressed positive remarks about the potential impact of the bill. There has been a noticeable enthusiasm for initiatives that connect hunting, a popular activity in Louisiana, with charitable outcomes, indicating a community-minded approach to resource management.

Contention

While the bill has garnered positive attention, some concerns about administrative costs and the efficient utilization of the raised funds have been raised. Specifically, the bill allows for up to ten percent of the funds to be allocated for administrative expenses, which may prompt scrutiny from advocacy groups focused on maximizing the amount directly allocated to food assistance. The potential for misuse or inefficiency in fund allocation has been a consideration during discussions, although no formal opposition has been publicly noted.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

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