This bill amends various sections of Louisiana law to transition the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) under the Military Department, thereby altering its structure and authority. Key changes include the establishment of GOHSEP as a state agency within the Military Department, rather than as an independent agency under the governor's office. The bill specifies that the director of GOHSEP will be employed by and report directly to the adjutant general, rather than being appointed by the governor. Additionally, the bill clarifies the powers and responsibilities of the director and the agency, emphasizing coordination with other state and federal agencies for emergency preparedness.

The bill also repeals certain provisions related to the previous structure of GOHSEP and updates the language regarding the powers of the governor in relation to emergency declarations. It ensures that the provisions of the bill do not supersede the authority of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, office of state police. Overall, the legislation aims to streamline the state's emergency preparedness framework and enhance the operational capabilities of the GOHSEP within the context of the Military Department.

Statutes affected:
HB274 Original: 29:1(B), 29:722(A)(1), 29:724(B)(3), 29:725(A), 29:726(A), 36:4(B)(7), 36:4(B)(3)
HB274 Engrossed: 29:1(B), 29:722(A)(1), 29:724(B)(3), 29:725(A), 29:726(A), 36:4(B)(7), 36:4(B)(3)
HB274 Enrolled: 29:1(B), 29:722(A)(1), 29:724(B)(3), 29:725(A), 29:726(A), 36:4(B)(7), 36:4(B)(3)
HB274 Act 262: 29:1(B), 29:722(A)(1), 29:724(B)(3), 29:725(A), 29:726(A), 36:4(B)(7), 36:4(B)(3)