This bill, introduced by Senator Miller, reenacts Sections 1, 2, and 3 of Act No. 19 from the 2024 Third Extraordinary Session of the Louisiana Legislature, which pertains to legislative continuances and extensions for legislators and legislative employees. It establishes the right for members of the legislature and legislative employees to request continuances or extensions of deadlines in court or administrative proceedings when their participation is required during legislative sessions or constitutional conventions. The bill outlines the procedures for filing such motions, including the requirement for an affidavit from the presiding officer or clerk, and allows for electronic submission of motions. It also creates a rebuttable presumption that motions filed within a specified timeframe will be granted, unless clear and convincing evidence suggests otherwise.

Additionally, the bill specifies that if a motion for continuance is denied or not acted upon within a set timeframe, the member or employee may appeal the decision at no cost. It includes provisions for the court to provide written reasons for any denial and allows for the possibility of disciplinary proceedings against legislators if their motions are found to be improperly filed. The bill also clarifies that certain legal proceedings, such as those involving temporary restraining orders or child custody, are exempt from these provisions. The act is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or after the expiration of the time for bills to become law without signature.

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SB75 Original:
SB75 Engrossed:
SB75 Reengrossed:
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