This bill amends the existing laws governing the Horticulture Commission in Louisiana by transferring the authority to adopt rules and regulations from the commission to the commissioner of agriculture and forestry. The bill specifies that the commissioner is authorized to adopt necessary rules and regulations to enforce the provisions of the Horticulture Chapter, while the commission is tasked with enforcing these rules. Additionally, the commissioner is required to employ personnel to assist in administering the provisions of this Chapter.

Key changes include the deletion of references to the commission's authority to adopt rules, which is now solely vested in the commissioner, and the redefinition of the commission's role to focus on enforcement. The bill also clarifies that the commissioner will serve as the chairman of the commission and will oversee the employment of necessary personnel, excluding the director and assistant director. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without a signature.

Statutes affected:
HB910 Original: 3:3801(F), 3:3802(A)
HB910 Engrossed: 3:3801(F), 3:3802(A)
HB910 Enrolled: 3:3801(F), 3:3802(A)
HB910 Act : 3:3801(F), 3:3802(A)