The bill amends and reenacts specific sections of Louisiana law regarding the role of the state chemist, specifically defining the position as the director of the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station at the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center or their designee. The term "state chemist" is clarified to include the designee, who must be a member of the university's academic faculty and possess relevant knowledge for conducting analytical and microscopical work related to commercial feeding stuffs, fertilizers, insecticides, and fungicides.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes that the director or their designee will hold all rights, duties, and obligations associated with the state chemist role, particularly in conducting necessary research and analyses. The changes aim to ensure that the responsibilities of the state chemist are clearly defined and that the position can be effectively filled by a qualified individual, whether the director or a designated representative. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without a signature.

Statutes affected:
SB82 Original: 3:1(7), 3:3225(A)
SB82 Engrossed: 3:1(7), 3:3225(A)
SB82 Enrolled: 3:1(7), 3:3225(A)
SB82 Act 53: 3:1(7), 3:3225(A)