The original instrument was prepared by Emily Toler. The following digest, which
does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by Archana
Cadge.
DIGEST
SB 169 Reengrossed 2024 Regular Session Womack
Present law provides all public entities shall promptly pay obligations including approved change
orders, arising under public contracts when the obligations become due and payable under the
contract.
Proposed law retains present law.
Proposed law provides that a declaration that a public works contract is null and void shall not affect
amounts due and payable under the contract, including overhead and profit, for the work performed
by or on behalf of the contractor.
Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds R.S. 38:2191(E))
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Senate Floor Amendments to engrossed bill
1. Removes proposed law exception when contract was not amended to lowest bidder.