The bill amends various sections of Louisiana's contractor licensing laws, specifically R.S. 37:2150.1, 2159, and 2161, while also enacting new provisions under R.S. 37:2157. Key changes include a reduction in the cost threshold for licensure related to new residential structures and home improvement projects from seventy-five thousand dollars to fifty thousand dollars. Additionally, the definition of "home improvement contracting" is clarified to exclude structural work integral to the integrity of existing or new structures. The bill also specifies that agreements for home improvement contracting services must be in writing for amounts of seven thousand five hundred dollars or more.

Furthermore, the bill introduces exemptions for subcontractors working under licensed residential construction holders and for those performing home improvement work, with certain exceptions for specialized trades such as electrical and plumbing work. The amendments aim to streamline the licensing process and clarify the definitions and requirements for contractors in Louisiana, ensuring that the regulations are more accessible and comprehensible for those in the construction industry.

Statutes affected:
SB392 Original: 37:1(4), 37:2159(A), 37:2161(A)(2)
SB392 Engrossed: 37:1(4), 37:2159(A), 37:2161(A)
SB392 Reengrossed: 37:1(4), 37:2159(A), 37:2161(A)
SB392 Enrolled: 37:1(4), 37:2159(A), 37:2161(A)
SB392 Act : 37:1(4), 37:2159(A), 37:2161(A)