This bill amends and reenacts specific sections of Louisiana law to facilitate the transfer of the University of New Orleans (UNO) from the University of Louisiana System to the Louisiana State University (LSU) System. Key provisions include the establishment of a new section, R.S. 17:3230.1, which outlines the responsibilities of the UNO president and faculty to ensure compliance with the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools' requirements for governance change. The bill mandates that the transition must be completed by August 1, 2025, and includes provisions for the management of assets, obligations, and employee status during the transition. It also emphasizes the need for a comprehensive transition plan to improve UNO's academic and operational performance.

Additionally, the bill repeals R.S. 17:3217(A)(9) and 3230, which are no longer necessary following the transfer. It specifies that the Board of Supervisors for the LSU System will oversee the transition and develop policies to address employee status and other related matters. The legislation also ensures that funding for UNO will not be adversely affected during the transition and that all obligations related to the university will be transferred to the LSU System upon completion of the governance change. The bill aims to enhance educational offerings and align them with regional workforce needs while ensuring community support throughout the process.

Statutes affected:
SB202 Original: 17:3215(9), 17:3241(B)(2), 17:3217(A)(9)
SB202 Engrossed: 17:3215(9), 17:3241(B)(2), 17:3217(A)(9)
SB202 Reengrossed: 17:3215(9), 17:3241(B)(2), 17:3217(A)(9)
SB202 Re-Reengrossed: 17:3215(9), 17:3241(B)(2), 17:3217(A)(9)
SB202 Enrolled: 17:3215(9), 17:3241(B)(2), 17:3217(A)(9)
SB202 Act 447: 17:3215(9), 17:3241(B)(2), 17:3217(A)(9)