House Bill No. by Representative Mack amends R.S. 33:4305(B)(3) concerning the board of commissioners of Livingston Parish Gas Utility District No. 1. The bill increases the maximum per diem that members of the board can receive for attending meetings and conducting district business from $75 to $125 per day. Members are not permitted to receive a salary for their duties but can be reimbursed for proper expenses incurred while performing their responsibilities. The board also has the authority to provide additional compensation for members who take on extra duties, such as serving as secretary or treasurer.

The proposed law retains the existing structure of the board, which is appointed by the parish governing authority and includes provisions for staggered terms and handling vacancies. The increase in per diem aims to better compensate board members for their service while maintaining the prohibition on salaries. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the financial incentives for board members without altering the fundamental governance structure of the gas utility district.

Statutes affected:
HB87 Original: 33:4305(B)(3)