House Bill No. by Representative Thomas amends the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors' membership structure and qualifications. The bill modifies the appointment process by allowing any active home inspector licensed in the state to submit names of qualified candidates to the governor, rather than relying on a list from specific associations. The qualifications for board candidates include holding a license for at least three years, not having any violations of board rules or licensing law in the past three years, and being in good standing with the board. Additionally, all board members must be U.S. citizens, state residents, and actively engaged in the home inspection business for at least three years prior to their appointment.

The bill also revises the term limits for board members. Each member will now serve a four-year term, with a maximum of two four-year terms allowed, requiring formal nomination for reappointment to a second consecutive term. Members can continue to serve until a replacement is appointed, and this interim service does not count towards the term limits. The bill ensures that any vacancies due to death, resignation, or disability will be filled by the governor from the congressional district where the vacancy occurred.

Statutes affected:
HB267 Original: 37:1474(B)
HB267 Engrossed: 37:1474(B)
HB267 Enrolled: 37:1474(B)