This bill amends R.S. 48:773 concerning the Capital Area Road and Bridge District by restructuring the composition of its board of commissioners. The previous requirement for the board to consist of seven members has been removed. The new structure includes the secretary of the Department of Transportation and Development or their designee, the presidents of each parish within the district or their designees, and a member appointed by the governor who serves at the governor's pleasure.

Additionally, the bill introduces new appointments to the board by the legislative leadership. The speaker of the House of Representatives is tasked with appointing at least one and up to two representatives from districts that include parts of the parishes in the district, while the president of the Senate will appoint a similar number of senators under the same conditions. This change aims to ensure broader representation from the parishes within the district on the board.

Statutes affected:
HB462 Original:
HB462 Engrossed:
HB462 Enrolled:
HB462 Act 301: