Louisiana 2015 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SB253

Introduced
4/3/15  
Refer
4/3/15  
Refer
4/3/15  
Refer
4/13/15  

Caption

Provides for communication between the Senate Committee on Finance, the House Committee on Appropriations and the division of administration relative to the preparation of the executive budget. (gov sig) (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

Impact

If passed, SB 253 would formalize the requirements for budget-related communications among key legislative bodies and the administration in Louisiana. This could potentially lead to more informed decision-making regarding fiscal matters and might help in identifying significant budgetary issues before they escalate. It would establish a structured approach for discussing critical financial concerns that could impact state operations and services.

Summary

Senate Bill 253 aims to enhance communication protocols between the Senate Committee on Finance, the House Committee on Appropriations, and the division of administration concerning the preparation of the executive budget. The bill mandates that prior to the presentation of the executive budget each year, both committees will convene to gather pertinent financial information that could influence the delivery of current services and any potential changes in funding mechanisms. This measure intends to improve the transparency and effectiveness of the budget preparation process in Louisiana.

Sentiment

The general sentiment toward SB 253 seems to lean toward a positive expectation of greater fiscal accountability and efficiency. Supporters, including members of both legislative committees, likely view this bill as an essential step toward ameliorating cooperation among different branches of state governance. However, there may be concerns regarding how effectively this communication will translate into tangible improvements in fiscal oversight and responsiveness to emerging financial issues.

Contention

While there is no significant documented opposition to SB 253, some stakeholders may express concerns about the potential for bureaucratic delays in the communication process or the effectiveness of merely convening meetings if actionable outcomes do not follow. The successful implementation of this bill will depend significantly on the commitment of legislative members and the administration to not only meet but also to act on the discussions that arise during these meetings.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA SB340

Requires communications between the Senate Committee on Finance, the House Committee on Appropriations, and the division of administration relative to the preparation of the executive budget. (gov sig) (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

LA SB175

Provides for the requirement that proposed agency rules with a fiscal impact of more than $100,000 be submitted to the Senate Finance and House Appropriations committees for review. (gov sig)

LA SB503

Provides relative to actions of Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget relative to the forty-five day close period. (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note)

LA SB320

Provides relative to Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget approval of capital outlay change orders. (gov sig) (EN SEE FISC NOTE EX See Note)

LA SB274

Provides for the requirement of the division of administration to produce a standstill budget. (7/1/16) (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

LA SB100

Provides for the requirement of the division of administration to produce a non-discretionary adjusted standstill budget. (7/1/17) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note)

LA HB321

Requires the reporting of positions and funding to the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note)

LA HB574

Recreates the Joint Legislative Committee on Reorganization of the Executive Branch and provides relative to its studies and recommendations (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA SB196

Provides for the annual reporting to the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget by departments and public postsecondary education management boards on enacted legislation with significant fiscal impact. (7/1/13) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX See Note)

LA SB262

Authorizes the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget to review tax credits and rebates and, with the approval of a majority of the members of the committee, provide for the modification of any aspect of a tax credit or a rebate, or its termination. (gov sig)

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