This bill enacts a new provision under R.S. 42:1121(B)(4) that allows former official court reporters to provide services to their previous public employers after their termination from public service. The new language specifies that such contractual arrangements are permissible, thereby creating an exception to the existing restrictions on post-employment assistance for public officials.

The addition of this provision aims to clarify and facilitate the ability of former court reporters to continue contributing their expertise to their former employers, ensuring that the transition after termination does not hinder the availability of necessary services. This change reflects a recognition of the unique role that court reporters play in the public sector and seeks to maintain continuity in service delivery.