The bill establishes the "Coordinated Use of Resources for Recreation, Economy, Navigation, and Transportation Authority" in Louisiana, which will serve as the primary entity for coordinating flood control, risk reduction, navigation, and water resource management in upland areas. It amends various sections of the Louisiana Revised Statutes to define the authority's jurisdiction, powers, and responsibilities, including the development of integrated plans, provision of engineering services to local governments, and the ability to apply for federal grants. The authority will collaborate with the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority for coastal projects and will oversee integrated projects in upland areas, ensuring compliance with floodplain management standards and managing statewide flood risk data.

Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a board to manage the authority's functions, the requirement for coordination with the chief resilience officer and other state agencies, and the development of master and annual plans for water resource management and economic development. The bill mandates that no project can commence without being included in an approved annual plan, with exceptions for emergency projects. It also outlines the application process for funding infrastructure projects, emphasizing resilience in flood risk management and requiring joint applications for statewide flood mitigation projects. The authority is empowered to negotiate contracts, acquire land, and develop new flood protection technologies, ensuring transparency through public meetings and live broadcasts of board sessions.

Statutes affected:
SB97 Original: 38:2(A)(2), 38:32(B)(3), 38:84(A), 38:214(C), 49:6(A), 49:41(D), 49:42(B)(5)
SB97 Engrossed: 38:2(A)(2), 38:32(B)(3), 38:84(A), 38:214(C), 49:6(A), 49:41(D), 49:42(B)(5)
SB97 Reengrossed: 38:2(A)(2), 38:32(B)(3), 38:84(A), 38:214(C), 49:6(A), 49:41(D), 49:42(B)(5)
SB97 Enrolled: 38:2(A)(2), 38:32(B)(3), 38:84(A), 38:214(C), 49:6(A), 49:41(D), 49:42(B)(5)
SB97 Act 418: 38:2(A)(2), 38:32(B)(3), 38:84(A), 38:214(C), 49:6(A), 49:41(D), 49:42(B)(5)