House Bill No. 152, introduced by Representative Marcelle, seeks to amend and reenact several provisions related to private security examiners in Louisiana. The bill updates definitions for key terms such as "applicant" and "qualifying agent," clarifying that an "applicant" is now defined as an individual seeking the issuance or reinstatement of any license or registration necessary for private security practice. Additionally, the bill introduces a new definition for "licensure," which encompasses any license, permit, certification, or registration authorized by the board. The amendments also remove references to the registration of individuals performing private security activities and clarify the language regarding the use of fingerprints for criminal history checks.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the confidentiality of criminal history record information, stating that such information shall only be used to evaluate an applicant's eligibility for licensure. It restricts the disclosure of this information without the applicant's written consent, except when ordered by a court. The proposed changes aim to enhance the regulatory framework governing private security examiners while ensuring the protection of sensitive information related to applicants.

Statutes affected:
HB152 Original: 37:3272(A), 37:2(A)
HB152 Engrossed: 37:3272(A), 37:2(A)
HB152 Reengrossed: 37:3272(A), 37:2(A)