House Concurrent Resolution No. 182, introduced by Representative McMakin, amends and readopts certain provisions of Joint Rule No. 17 of the Louisiana Legislature regarding the information required for funding requests from nongovernmental entities. The resolution specifies that these entities must provide detailed information, including their legal status, tax exemption status if applicable, a comprehensive budget outlining all anticipated expenditures, and a copy of their Form 990 from the last three years. Additionally, it clarifies that if the entity has other charges in its budget, these must be specified, and it removes the requirement to include salaries in the budget.
The resolution aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the funding process for nongovernmental entities by ensuring that comprehensive and relevant information is provided. The amendments include the addition of requirements for nonprofit corporations to specify their tax exemption status and for entities to detail any other charges in their budgets. Overall, the resolution seeks to streamline the funding request process while ensuring that the necessary information is available for legislative review.