House Bill No. 571, introduced by Representative Crews, aims to regulate designated labor organization activities within employment contracts for public employees in Louisiana. The bill defines key terms such as "employment contract," "public employee," "public employer," "labor organization," and "designated labor organization activities." It prohibits public employers from using public funds for these activities, which include political advocacy, lobbying, negotiating employment terms, recruiting members, and filing grievances. Any employment contract or policy that compensates public employees for these activities will be deemed against public policy and considered null and void.

The bill also outlines enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general or district attorney to enforce its provisions, and grants standing to taxpayers to bring actions against public employers for violations. It clarifies that the law does not apply to existing contracts prior to its effective date and does not prevent public employees or labor organizations from engaging in designated activities. Additionally, the bill preempts any inconsistent regulations by public employers and exempts law enforcement and firefighter services from its provisions.