Senate Bill No. 238, introduced by Senator Connick, aims to amend various provisions related to the Lafitte Area Independent Levee District, including a name change to the Lafitte Area Levee District. The bill outlines new requirements for the board of commissioners, increasing the number of required professionals with at least ten years of experience from two to four, with one being a civil engineer residing on the West Bank of Jefferson Parish. Additionally, it establishes term limits for board members, allowing them to serve a maximum of three consecutive four-year terms starting January 1, 2026, and imposes restrictions on board members and their immediate families regarding business interests and political activities.

The bill also specifies that the official domicile of the board will be in Jefferson Parish, with all meetings held at the same location as the Southeast Louisiana Flood Authority-West offices. Other provisions include the prohibition of former board members from running for elected office within twelve months of their term's end and restrictions on public employees serving on the board within twelve months of their employment termination. The proposed changes are set to take effect on August 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
SB238 Original: 11:411(11), 38:291(Y)(2), 49:8(B)(1)
SB238 Engrossed: 11:411(11), 38:291(Y)(2), 49:8(B)(1)