This bill establishes the Louisiana Music Commission as a new entity within the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism. The commission will consist of fifteen members, with thirteen appointed by the lieutenant governor and two by the secretary of state, both requiring Senate confirmation. The commission is tasked with promoting and supporting the music industry in Louisiana, and it will operate without compensation for its members. The commission will hold a minimum of two meetings annually and may appoint a director to oversee its functions, subject to the secretary's supervision.
Additionally, the bill outlines the financial framework for the commission, mandating that the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism include necessary funding in its annual budget request. The governor is also required to allocate sufficient funds in the executive budget for the commission's operations. Importantly, the bill specifies that no administrative costs will be charged by the department for services related to the commission. Furthermore, the commission is authorized to solicit donations from public and private sources to support its objectives.