The bill amends and reenacts certain provisions of Louisiana's Revised Statutes regarding carbon sequestration, specifically R.S. 30:1107(C) and (D), while also enacting new sections R.S. 30:1105(D) and 1107(E). Key changes include the requirement for the secretary to give substantial consideration to local government comments during public hearings or comment periods. Additionally, the bill ensures that any transporter of carbon dioxide with a previously issued certificate of public convenience and necessity will retain its validity.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that compliance with the provisions related to certificates of public convenience and necessity or completion of injection operations will not classify storage operators or transporters of carbon dioxide as common carriers or public utilities, nor will it impose additional liabilities or tax obligations on them. This legislation aims to streamline the regulatory framework surrounding carbon sequestration while addressing local government input and maintaining the status of existing operators.

Statutes affected:
SB36 Original: 30:1104(A)(2), 30:2(A)
SB36 Enrolled: 30:1107(C)
SB36 Act 407: 30:1107(C)