RÉSUMÉ DIGEST ACT 123 (HB 218) 2018 Regular Session Jackson New law allows elected sheriffs to receive a nontransferable 7% salary increase for participation in the La. Sheriffs' Certification Program. Participation requirements and eligibility include the completion of training, certification, or education requirements or the attainment of law enforcement experience. Provides that the La. Sheriffs' Executive Management Institute Board shall govern the program. Effective July 1, 2020. (Adds R.S. 13:5521.1)