Louisiana 2019 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HB205

Introduced
3/27/19  
Refer
3/27/19  
Refer
4/8/19  
Refer
4/8/19  
Report Pass
4/23/19  
Report Pass
4/23/19  
Engrossed
4/29/19  
Engrossed
4/29/19  
Refer
4/30/19  
Refer
4/30/19  
Report Pass
5/13/19  
Enrolled
6/3/19  
Chaptered
6/6/19  
Passed
6/6/19  

Caption

Renames the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority

Impact

The impact of HB205 on state laws revolves around the restructured title of the authority, which is designed to enhance clarity regarding its functions and power scope. By establishing the authority's new designation, the bill aims to delineate the responsibilities better for managing, controlling, and regulating non-flood protection assets within the jurisdiction of flood protection authorities. This could lead to improved governance and operational efficiency for facilities related to non-flood risks.

Summary

House Bill 205 serves to rename the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority to the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority Lakefront Management Authority. This change aims to clarify the authority's jurisdiction and responsibilities, particularly in relation to the management of non-flood protection facilities within levee districts under flood protection authorities. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining these assets to ensure their effective operation and management.

Sentiment

The general sentiment surrounding HB205 appears to be supportive, as it is focused on a structural renaming rather than introducing new regulations or restrictions. Lawmakers during discussions expressed optimism that this change would provide more precise governance regarding the management of assets and responsibilities, thus facilitating better accountability and streamlining operations within the flood management context.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention associated with HB205. The bill was passed unanimously in the House with a voting outcome of 101 yeas and 0 nays, indicating broad bipartisan support. The absence of opposing views suggests consensus on the need for clearer governance structures and definitions pertaining to the management of assets related to flood protection efforts.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA SB699

Reenacts expired provisions of law relative to non-flood assets managed by the Non-Flood Asset Management Authority. (gov sig)

LA SB804

Creates Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority within the Department of Transportation and Development from January 1, 2011 until January 1, 2012; creates the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority as a political subdivision effective January 1, 2012; transfers management and control of non-flood assets from the division of administration to the authority. (See Act)

LA HB475

Provides relative to membership of the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority and the sale of non-flood assets

LA SB754

Provides for the management and control of non-flood assets of levee districts. (8/15/10)

LA SB772

Provides for management, control, and maintenance of the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. (8/15/10)

LA HB983

Authorizes the division of administration to transfer the management of non-flood assets to other political subdivisions (OR SEE FISC NOTE)

LA SB692

Authorizes retention of ticket revenues from citations issued by police officers of the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Authority. (see act)

LA SCR8

Directs the Southeast LA Flood Protection Authority-East to establish a $25 Million Fund for indemnification of claims arising from activities on certain property approved by the authority.

LA SB173

Provides for management, control, and maintenance of the New Orleans Lakefront Airport. (1/1/14)

LA SR193

Creates the Non-Flood Protection Asset Management Task Force.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.