Directs certain executive branch agencies to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports to the Senate Committee on Judiciary B until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Impact
The resolution is grounded in existing state law (R.S. 49:1401), which stipulates that legislative mandates for reports expire after a set duration unless actively extended. By directing these agencies to maintain reporting, the resolution aims to uphold a level of transparency and legislative oversight concerning the activities and expenditures of these agencies. This action is especially relevant for matters regarding public safety, crime victim assistance, and law enforcement oversight.
Summary
Senate Resolution No. 65, introduced by Senator Smith, aims to ensure that specific executive branch agencies continue to submit statutorily mandated reports to the Senate Committee on Judiciary B for an extended period. This resolution serves to extend reporting obligations for five additional years unless the mandate is specifically changed or revoked. The intended beneficiaries of this resolution include agencies such as the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections, the Crime Victims Reparation Board, and the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement, among others.
Sentiment
The sentiment around Senate Resolution No. 65 appears largely constructive, with supporters emphasizing the importance of continuous oversight over vital state functions. By mandating ongoing reporting, proponents assert that the resolution enhances accountability and ensures that legislative bodies remain informed about the operations of key agencies. There are hints of caution, however, about whether such mandates may overwhelm agencies with reporting tasks, but the overall view is favorable regarding sustained oversight.
Contention
Possible points of contention could arise from the agencies' capacity to comply with extended reporting requirements. While aiming to maintain legislative oversight, there may be concerns about resource allocations and administrative burdens placed on these agencies. Furthermore, some stakeholders may question the necessity of an extension for certain mandates, particularly if they believe that specific reports no longer yield actionable data or if the focus shifts to other emerging priorities within the state.
Directs certain executive and judicial branch agencies to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports to the Senate Committee on Judiciary A until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs the executive branch agencies under jurisdictional oversight of the Senate Committee on Finance to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs the executive branch agencies under jurisdictional oversight of the Senate Committee on Health and Welfare to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs the executive branch agencies under the jurisdictional oversight of the Senate Committee on Retirement to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs the executive branch agencies and entities under the jurisdictional oversight of the Senate Committee on Education to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs the executive branch agencies under jurisdictional oversight of the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs the executive branch agencies under jurisdictional oversight of the Senate and Governmental Affairs Committee to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs the executive branch agencies and entities under the jurisdictional oversight of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
Directs state agencies and entities under the jurisdictional oversight of the Senate Committee on Insurance to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports until such time as the mandate is specifically amended or repealed.
To direct the executive branch agencies under the jurisdictional oversight of the Senate Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works to continue to submit statutorily mandated reports.
Requests that the Bd. of Regents and the State Bd. of Elementary and Secondary Education, with the Taylor Foundation, La. Office of Student Financial Assistance, public postsecondary education management boards, and certain others, study certain issues relative to TOPS
Requests the Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs to study employment practices and professional licensing requirements to benefit veterans in the workforce
Creates a task force to study meaningful oversight of the professional healthcare licensing boards statutorily created within the Department of Health and Hospitals.