This bill amends and reenacts various provisions related to the Louisiana Governor's Mansion Advisory Commission, including its establishment, jurisdiction, membership, and powers. Notably, the commission's name is updated to include "Advisory," and its purpose is clarified to focus on providing recommendations for the protection and enhancement of the governor's mansion and its surroundings. The bill also specifies the commission's jurisdiction over public areas of the mansion while removing references to private areas, and it modifies the membership structure, including the appointment of the chief of staff of the governor's spouse or the executive residence director.

Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions that exempt the commission's meetings from the Open Meetings Law and its records from the Public Records Law, thereby enhancing confidentiality. It repeals an existing statute (R.S. 25:1016) and enacts new sections that outline the commission's powers, including making recommendations for improvements, conducting audits, and assisting in transitions between governors. The effective date of the bill is contingent upon the governor's signature or the expiration of the time for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB799 Original: 25:1013(A)(3), 36:4(B)(36)
HB799 Engrossed: 25:1013(A)(3), 36:4(B)(36)
HB799 Enrolled: 25:1013(A)(3), 36:4(B)(36)
HB799 Act : 25:1013(A)(3), 36:4(B)(36)