The bill, SB 220, proposes several amendments to existing laws regarding local agencies, particularly focusing on the appointment of municipal police and fire chiefs, as well as the allocation of revenue generated from automated speed enforcement devices. Notably, it introduces a new provision (R.S. 33:381(F)) that allows the governor to appoint a chief of police or fire chief if a vacancy persists for over twelve months and the local governing authority has not confirmed an appointment made by the mayor. This appointment must be made from candidates on a certified employment list and is subject to certain qualifications. Additionally, the bill specifies that this provision applies only to municipalities with populations between 45,000 and 48,000 and is retroactive to June 1, 2023.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that revenue generated from automated speed enforcement devices outside of school zones in Orleans Parish must be used exclusively for stormwater drainage infrastructure, maintenance, and improvements. It also retains existing laws regarding the city's obligation to fund the sewerage system while ensuring that local governing bodies have the authority to manage drainage and expropriation powers. The bill is set to take effect on August 1, 2025, and includes various technical amendments to existing statutes.

Statutes affected:
SB220 Original: 33:404(A)
SB220 Engrossed: 33:404(A)
SB220 Reengrossed: 33:404(A), 33:4341(A)
SB220 Enrolled: 33:404(A), 33:4341(A)
SB220 Act 452: 33:404(A), 33:4341(A)