The bill amends R.S. 38:2212(C)(3) to increase the annual limit for public entities to perform work related to the restoration or rehabilitation of levees not maintained with federal funds. The new limit is set at one million five hundred thousand dollars, which includes costs for labor, materials, equipment, and administrative overhead. This work can be conducted by the public entity using its own resources or through cooperative agreements with other public entities.

Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement for public entities to submit an annual report to the Joint Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works. This report must detail all projects self-performed under the new authority, including project descriptions, timelines, cost breakdowns, and justifications for not using the public bid process. The provisions of this bill will remain effective until June 30, 2036, extending the previous sunset date of December 31, 2028.

Statutes affected:
SB167 Original: 38:2212(C)(3)
SB167 Engrossed: 38:2212(C)(3)
SB167 Enrolled: 38:2212(C)(3)
SB167 Act : 38:2212(C)(3)