The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the
legislative instrument, were prepared by Michelle Ridge.
DIGEST
SB 514 Original 2020 Regular Session Luneau
Present law provides for qualifications of professional engineers in La.
Proposed law, beginning January 1, 2021, requires the La. Professional Engineering and Land
Surveying Board (board) to waive the Fundamentals of Engineering examination if the applicant
satisfies the following:
(1) Is a graduate of an accredited engineering curriculum of four years or more approved by the
board as being of satisfactory standing.
(2) Has 20 years or more of progressive engineering experience in work acceptable to the board.
(3)Is of good character and reputation.
(4) Has passed the Principles and Practice of Engineering examination.
Proposed law requires the board to adopt rules in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act
by January 1, 2021.
Effective August 1, 2020.
(Adds R.S. 37:695.1)