DIGEST
The digest printed below was prepared by House Legislative Services. It constitutes no part of 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)]
HB 641 Engrossed 2016 Regular Session Gisclair
Abstract: Provides an exemption from the payment of tolls on the Tomey J. Doucet Bridge for a
World War II veteran.
Proposed law exempts a World War II veteran from the payment of tolls on the Tomey J. Doucet
Bridge when the veteran has purchased an exempt toll tag and presents a certificate of motor vehicle
registration, a copy of military records verifying service during World War II and any one of the
following as proof of residency: (1) an official La. driver's license; (2) proof of homestead
exemption; and (3) a voter registration card.
Proposed law requires the Dept. of Transportation and Development to adopt rules and regulations
in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to efficiently implement and enforce the
provisions of proposed law.
(Adds R.S. 47:820.5.9)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on Transportation, Highways and
Public Works to the original bill:
1. Make technical changes.