Louisiana 2014 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SB272

Introduced
3/10/14  
Introduced
3/10/14  
Refer
3/10/14  
Refer
3/10/14  
Report Pass
3/18/14  
Report Pass
3/18/14  
Engrossed
3/25/14  
Engrossed
3/25/14  
Refer
3/26/14  
Refer
3/26/14  
Report Pass
5/13/14  
Report Pass
5/13/14  
Enrolled
6/2/14  
Enrolled
6/2/14  
Chaptered
6/23/14  
Chaptered
6/23/14  
Passed
6/23/14  

Caption

Provides that changes to the forms by the Supervisory Committee on Campaign Finance and personal financial disclosure forms by the Board of Ethics shall be accomplished through approval of the Committees on Senate and Governmental Affairs and House and Governmental Affairs. (8/1/14)

Impact

The enactment of SB 272 is expected to streamline the process of reporting by requiring a standard format for all financial disclosure forms. This legislative change promotes greater uniformity and consistency in reporting across various entities, potentially reducing confusion for those required to submit reports. Additionally, by mandating that forms receive legislative approval, the bill seeks to foster transparency and accountability within campaign finance practices in the state.

Summary

Senate Bill 272 focuses on the approval process of forms and reports related to campaign finance and ethics in Louisiana. The bill amends specific statutes regarding the responsibilities of the Supervisory Committee on Campaign Finance and the Board of Ethics, establishing a requirement for both the Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs and the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs to review and approve any proposed forms. This adjustment aims to enhance oversight and ensure that forms meet legislative standards before they are utilized in compliance with campaign finance laws.

Sentiment

Overall sentiment regarding SB 272 was supportive among legislators who believe that enhancing the approval process will lead to better governance in campaign finance. Advocates argued that such measures are necessary to maintain... maintain integrity in political finance. However, there were concerns from various stakeholders about potential delays and bureaucratic obstacles that may hinder timely disclosures, with some arguing that excessive oversight could complicate compliance.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding SB 272 revolved around the balance of oversight versus operational efficiency. Critics pointed out that while increased approval requirements could improve accountability, they may also slow down necessary updates to financial forms and instructions. Additionally, opposition voiced worries that the legislative bodies might politicize the approval process, potentially affecting the non-partisan nature of campaign finance regulations that are crucial for fair democratic practices.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA SB270

Provides relative to personal financial disclosure under Campaign Finance Disclosure Act and Code of Governmental Ethics. (8/1/14)

LA HCSR1

Requests the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs and the Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs to meet and function as a joint committee to study and make recommendations regarding ethics and campaign finance disclosure laws

LA HCR107

Requests the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs and the Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs to study financial disclosure and ethics training requirements for elected officials who complete their terms of office by serving a short period of time in the beginning of a year

LA HB143

Provides relative to the term "parcel" in the Code of Governmental Ethics relative to personal financial disclosure

LA SR156

Requires certain appointees to provide disclosure statements to the Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee before being considered for confirmation.

LA HB710

Provides relative to the financial disclosure required of members of the Board of Ethics and the ethics administrator

LA HR26

Provides for the number of members on the Committee on House and Governmental Affairs

LA SCR114

Requests the Senate Committee on Senate and Governmental Affairs and the House Committee on House and Governmental Affairs to study the issues relative to the merger of one or more state departments.

LA HCR25

Requests the House and Governmental Affairs and Senate and Governmental Affairs committees to meet and function as a joint committee to study the use of technology in Louisiana's elections

LA SR16

This resolution establishes the majority party's membership on and designates chairs of the following committees:Agriculture, Nutrition, and ForestryAppropriationsArmed ServicesBanking, Housing, and Urban AffairsBudgetCommerce, Science, and TransportationEnergy and Natural ResourcesEnvironment and Public WorksFinanceForeign RelationsHealth, Education, Labor, and PensionsHomeland Security and Governmental AffairsIndian AffairsRules and AdministrationSmall Business and EntrepreneurshipVeterans' AffairsJoint Economic CommitteeSelect Committee on EthicsSelect Committee on IntelligenceSpecial Committee on Aging

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