Louisiana 2024 Regular Session

Louisiana House Bill HB117

Introduced
2/21/24  
Introduced
2/21/24  
Refer
2/21/24  
Refer
3/11/24  
Refer
3/11/24  
Report Pass
3/12/24  
Report Pass
3/12/24  
Engrossed
3/18/24  
Engrossed
3/18/24  
Refer
3/19/24  
Refer
3/19/24  
Report Pass
4/17/24  
Enrolled
5/15/24  
Enrolled
5/15/24  
Chaptered
5/28/24  
Chaptered
5/28/24  
Passed
5/28/24  

Caption

Creates the "Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale" specialty license plate

Impact

The implementation of HB 117 will introduce an additional annual royalty fee of twenty-five dollars on top of existing motor vehicle license taxes. The revenue from this fee will be directed to the Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale, enabling the organization to conduct community engagement events aimed at enhancing the social and cultural fabric of the New Orleans metropolitan area and Louisiana at large. This initiative allows for a new avenue of fundraising for the krewe, which typically focuses on events that uplift the local community.

Summary

House Bill 117 establishes a specialty license plate known as the 'Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale' in Louisiana. The bill outlines the process for creating, issuing, and distributing this special prestige license plate, which will be available for passenger cars, trucks, motorcycles, and vans, provided there are at least one thousand applicants for the plate. The Department of Public Safety and Corrections is tasked with working alongside the Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale to select the license plate design, which will include the name of the krewe and be compliant with state regulations.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the bill appears to be largely positive, especially among members of the Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale and supporters of community engagement initiatives. Proponents see this as a beneficial way to raise funds and increase visibility for their organization's activities. Furthermore, it reflects a broader effort to promote local culture and identity through specialty license plates, which resonate with state pride and community involvement.

Contention

While there do not seem to be significant points of contention highlighted in the discussions around HB 117, the potential impact of additional fees on motorists and the administrative costs for the Department of Public Safety and Corrections could be areas of concern for some stakeholders. Ensuring that the community realizes tangible benefits from the initiative will be crucial to its long-term success and acceptance.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA HB323

Creates the "Juneteenth" specialty license plate

LA HB501

Creates the "Electric Line Worker" specialty license plate

LA HB520

Creates the "Utility Line Worker", the "Louisiana Soccer Association", and the Louisiana Respiratory Therapist "RT STRONG" special prestige license plates

LA HB394

Establishes special prestige license plates for certain Louisiana schools

LA HB532

Provides relative to fees charged for certain military honor license plates and the processing of plates at the office of motor vehicles state headquarters (EN -$44,000 SG RV See Note)

LA HB516

Provides for placement of a special identification sticker or decal on a motor vehicle operated by a person with autism spectrum disorder or their guardian

LA SB124

Increases the penalty for driving a vehicle without a license plate attached. (8/1/23) (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)

LA SB186

Provides relative to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact. (1/1/24) (EN SEE FISC NOTE SG RV See Note)

LA SB103

Renames the Department of Natural Resources. (1/10/24) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

LA HB594

Provides relative to the Weights and Standards Mobile Police

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.