Senate Resolution No. by Senator Mizell urges local governing authorities in Louisiana to adopt ordinances aimed at abating public nuisances, particularly targeting illicit businesses such as unlicensed massage therapy establishments. The resolution highlights the negative impact of these businesses on community health, safety, and welfare, as they are often associated with criminal activities like human trafficking and money laundering. Despite existing regulations governing the massage therapy industry, illicit operators frequently exploit loopholes, leading to neighborhood degradation.

The resolution emphasizes that local governing authorities have a vested interest in maintaining community integrity and are positioned to enforce ordinances that classify illicit operations as public nuisances. Such ordinances could enhance civil enforcement measures, including revoking occupational licenses and closing noncompliant establishments. By empowering local authorities with effective nuisance abatement tools, the resolution aims to dismantle networks of illicit activity and promote lawful economic development in Louisiana. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the Louisiana Municipal Association and the Louisiana Board of Massage Therapy for further consideration.