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 406 Reengrossed 2023 Regular Session Mincey
Abstract: Requires the Department of Transportation and Development develop flooding
mitigation solutions along the Interstate 12 corridor and produce a report of its solutions by
October 1, 2023.
Proposed law requires the Dept. of Transportation and Development develop engineering solutions
to improve natural water flow along the Interstate 12 corridor with existing median walls or
retrofitting existing median walls.
Proposed law requires the solutions include the following:
(1)Practical and cost effective engineering solutions.
(2)Projected costs associated with the recommended solutions.
(3)Projected construction dates for the recommended solutions.
Proposed law requires the department submit a report of its solutions along with any proposed
legislation required for implementation to the House Committee on Transportation, Highways and
Public Works and the Senate Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works by Oct. 1,
2023.
Effective upon signature of governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Amends the heading of Part IV of Chapter 3 of Title 32; Adds R.S. 32:481)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The House Floor Amendments to the engrossed bill:
1. Make a technical change.