The bill amends and reenacts specific sections of Louisiana law regarding the licensing and examination requirements for arborists and utility arborists. It specifies that the arboricultural examination will be compiled from questions submitted by the Louisiana Arborist Association, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Southern University Agricultural Research and Extension Center, and the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. Additionally, it establishes that the utility arboricultural examination will also be derived from the same organizations, ensuring a standardized approach to the examinations for both professions.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the license renewal requirements for arborists and utility arborists. It replaces the previous requirement for attendance at a continuing training seminar with a mandate to complete such a seminar, which may be administered by the Louisiana Arborist Association or other entities. Additionally, it introduces a new requirement for both arborists and utility arborists to show proof of current and sufficient general liability and workers' compensation insurance, if applicable, as part of the renewal process.

Statutes affected:
HB346 Original: 3:3807(B)(1), 3:3808(A)(2)
HB346 Engrossed: 3:3807(B)(1), 3:3808(A)(2)
HB346 Reengrossed: 3:3807(B)(1), 3:3808(A)(2)
HB346 Enrolled: 3:3807(B)(1), 3:3808(A)(2)
HB346 Act : 3:3807(B)(1), 3:3808(A)(2)