House Bill No. 223, introduced by Representative Domangue, aims to amend the compensation structure for election officials in Louisiana, specifically targeting parish board commissioners and election commissioners. The bill proposes significant increases in pay for various roles on election day, including raising the compensation for a commissioner-in-charge from $250 to $300, and for those serving at multiple precincts from $350 to $400. Additionally, it increases the pay for certified commissioners from $100 to $150 and from $200 to $250 for those who have completed advanced training. The compensation for uncertified commissioners will also see a rise from $35 to $85.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the compensation for parish board commissioners serving on election day or during the counting of provisional ballots. It eliminates the requirement that a large number of voters be expected for additional compensation approval, increasing the pay from $100 to $150 for such services. The compensation for other elections will also increase from $50 to $100. Additionally, the bill repeals the provision for extra compensation of up to $100 for elections held within a year of a gubernatorial emergency declaration. Overall, the proposed changes reflect a commitment to better compensate election officials for their critical roles in the electoral process.

Statutes affected:
HB223 Original: 18:1314(E)