Senate Bill No. by Senator Duplessis amends the existing law regarding casino operating contracts in Louisiana, specifically focusing on the requirements for casino gaming operators related to their workforce and compensation. The bill mandates that casino operators maintain a minimum operating force or personnel level, as defined in R.S. 27:248(C)(4), under the oversight of the Louisiana Gaming Control Board. This replaces the previous requirement that prohibited operators from reducing their total operating force below 90% of the level that existed on March 8, 2001.

Additionally, the bill requires casino operators to maintain a minimum biweekly payroll for their operating force, as defined in current law, rather than allowing a reduction in total salary levels or compensation by more than 10% from the levels that existed on March 8, 2001. This change aims to ensure job stability and fair compensation for employees in the casino industry. The provisions of this bill will take effect on August 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
SB217 Original: 27:244(A)(11)