Requests the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board to assist the Department of Agriculture and Forestry and the Louisiana Restaurant Association with the promotion of menu items that feature Louisiana seafood products.
Impact
The resolution is designed to enhance the visibility and marketing of Louisiana seafood, which has long been recognized as a premium product. The document emphasizes the historical and economic importance of the seafood industry in Louisiana, suggesting that the collaboration among these entities could lead to increased consumption of local seafood in restaurants and other culinary venues. This could positively influence local economies, as promoting Louisiana seafood supports not just the fishermen, but also restaurants and related businesses that rely on these products.
Summary
Senate Resolution 214, introduced by Senator Chabert, urges the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board to assist the Department of Agriculture and Forestry and the Louisiana Restaurant Association in promoting menu items that feature Louisiana seafood products. This resolution highlights the significant role of the seafood industry in Louisiana's economy, which not only generates over two billion dollars annually but also accounts for approximately one out of every seventy jobs statewide. By focusing on local seafood, the resolution aims to reinforce the state's identity as a center for quality seafood production.
Sentiment
The general sentiment around SR214 appears to be positive, reflecting a strong appreciation for the seafood industry and its contributions to local culture and economy. Stakeholders likely support initiatives to promote Louisiana seafood as people take pride in consuming locally sourced products. This resolution resonates with a broader movement towards local sourcing in the culinary world, which is beneficial for both economic and environmental reasons.
Contention
While SR214 is aimed at support and promotion, there may be points of contention regarding the funding and resources allocated for these promotional efforts. There could be discussions about how well the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board can balance its duties and whether this resolution entails any additional costs or responsibilities that may impact its current operations. Nevertheless, the overarching goal of increasing the recognition of Louisiana's seafood products unites most stakeholders.
Transfers the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board to the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism. (7/1/13) (EN SEE FISC NOTE EX See Note)
Directs the Louisiana Department of Health to protect the people of Louisiana from the dangers of imported seafood by immediately taking any and all action necessary to enforce the many provisions of Louisiana law relative to seafood safety.
Provides that the Louisiana Seafood and Promotion and Marketing Board shall act independently from the secretary of the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. (7/1/13)
Memorializes congress to dedicate a portion of marine and fishery product import tariffs to a national seafood marketing fund for the promotion of La. seafood
Requests that the Bd. of Regents and the State Bd. of Elementary and Secondary Education, with the Taylor Foundation, La. Office of Student Financial Assistance, public postsecondary education management boards, and certain others, study certain issues relative to TOPS
Requests the Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs to study employment practices and professional licensing requirements to benefit veterans in the workforce
Creates a task force to study meaningful oversight of the professional healthcare licensing boards statutorily created within the Department of Health and Hospitals.