Senate Bill No. by Senator Kleinpeter proposes amendments to the compensation structure for registrars of voters, their chief deputies, and confidential assistants in Louisiana. The bill modifies the salary schedules based on the most recent population figures, transitioning from using estimates from Louisiana Tech University to relying on data published by the United States Bureau of the Census Federal State Cooperative Program for Population Estimates. The proposed changes include a reduction in the number of population ranges and an increase in compensation across all steps of the salary schedule for these positions.

The new compensation structure will take effect on July 1, 2026, and aims to provide a more equitable pay scale that reflects the responsibilities of registrars and their staff. The adjustments are designed to ensure that salaries are aligned with current population data and to enhance the overall compensation for these public service roles. The bill emphasizes the importance of accurate population assessments in determining appropriate salaries for registrars of voters and their supporting staff.

Statutes affected:
SB25 Original: 18:55(A)(1), 18:59(B)(1)