This bill amends various sections of Louisiana's plumbing licensure laws, specifically focusing on the structure and responsibilities of the State Plumbing Board. Key changes include the redefinition of board membership to include a registered mechanical engineer, a plumbing inspector, three master plumbers, three journeyman plumbers, one residential plumber limited, and two public members. The process for appointing board members has also been revised, specifying that certain members must be selected from lists provided by relevant organizations, such as the Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council. Additionally, the quorum requirement for board meetings has been increased from five to six members.

The bill further updates the definitions and licensing requirements for plumbers, replacing the term "tradesman plumber" with "residential plumber limited." It establishes that individuals must possess a residential plumber limited license to engage in plumbing work in one- and two-family dwellings, and outlines the board's authority to enforce compliance through injunctions and disciplinary actions. The board is also tasked with developing training programs to ensure that individuals meet the qualifications for licensure. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the regulatory framework governing plumbing professionals in Louisiana, ensuring higher standards and accountability within the industry.

Statutes affected:
HB753 Original: 37:1361(B), 37:1366(A)(1), 37:1367(A)(1), 37:1368(A)(1), 37:1371(A)(1), 37:1373(A), 37:1377(B), 37:1378(A)(3)
HB753 Engrossed: 37:1361(B), 37:1366(A)(1), 37:1367(A)(1), 37:1368(A)(1), 37:1371(A)(1), 37:1373(A), 37:1377(B), 37:1378(A)(3)
HB753 Reengrossed: 37:1361(B), 37:1366(A)(1), 37:1367(A)(1), 37:1368(A)(1), 37:1371(A)(1), 37:1373(A), 37:1377(B), 37:1378(A)(3)
HB753 Enrolled: 37:1361(B), 37:1366(A)(1), 37:1367(A)(1), 37:1368(A)(1), 37:1371(A)(1), 37:1373(A), 37:1377(B), 37:1378(A)(3)
HB753 Act 721: 37:1361(B), 37:1366(A)(1), 37:1367(A)(1), 37:1368(A)(1), 37:1371(A)(1), 37:1373(A), 37:1377(B), 37:1378(A)(3)