House Bill No. by Representative Crews aims to re-create Louisiana Works and re-authorize the Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP). The bill amends R.S. 23:1553(G) to extend the re-authorization deadline for the IWTP from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2030. Additionally, it enacts R.S. 49:191(3)(b), which establishes that Louisiana Works and its statutory entities will be re-created effective June 30, 2026, with a new termination date set for July 1, 2031. The bill also repeals R.S. 49:191(1)(f), which previously outlined termination procedures for statutory entities.

The proposed legislation supersedes existing sunset law provisions that required separate bills for the re-creation of each statutory entity within Louisiana Works. By consolidating the re-creation process, the bill streamlines the legislative authority for Louisiana Works and its associated entities, ensuring their continued operation and funding through the IWTP. The bill is set to take effect on June 30, 2026, contingent upon approval by the governor or the legislature.

Statutes affected:
HB334 Original: 23:1553(G), 49:191(1)