This bill amends and reenacts several sections of Louisiana law related to fees collected by the Louisiana Department of Health, specifically the office of public health. Key provisions include the establishment of a $25 permit fee for food and beverage vendors at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, a $15 fee for export and free sale certificates, and a $150 one-time fee for each individual sewage system installed for residential use. Additionally, the bill sets annual fees of $150 for various sewage installer and maintenance licenses, as well as a $150 inspection fee for sewage treatment systems. It also introduces a new section that mandates a $100 fee for the review of plans related to new facilities or substantial renovations, with an expedited review option available for $1,000.

Furthermore, the bill increases the annual retail permit fee for marijuana sales to $22,500 for each of the ten authorized retail permit holders. It repeals a previous provision related to sewage fees, streamlining the fee structure for the Department of Health. The changes aim to enhance the regulatory framework and ensure compliance with health standards while generating revenue for the department. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB661 Original: 40:32(D), 40:1046(G)(1), 40:32(F)
HB661 Engrossed: 40:32(D), 40:1046(G)(1), 40:32(F)
HB661 Reengrossed: 40:32(D), 40:1046(G)(1), 40:32(F)
HB661 Enrolled: 40:32(B), 40:1046(G)(1), 40:32(F)
HB661 Act 514: 40:32(B), 40:1046(G)(1), 40:32(F)