Senate Bill No. 125, introduced by Senator Owen, amends the existing law regarding the licensure and regulation of explosives in Louisiana. The bill specifically modifies R.S. 40:1472.3(E)(3)(c) to change the language concerning the costs associated with background checks for individuals involved in the explosives industry. Under the current law, applicants are responsible for costs incurred by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections (DPS&C) for processing fingerprint cards from the Louisiana State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The proposed amendment replaces the reference to fingerprint card processing with a requirement that applicants bear the costs for conducting background investigations and criminal history records checks. This change aims to streamline the language and clarify the financial responsibilities of applicants in the licensing process. The new provisions will take effect on August 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
SB125 Original: 40:3(E)(3)
SB125 Engrossed: 40:3(E)(3)