House Bill No. 652, introduced by Representative Braud, amends the membership structure of the Oyster Task Force in Louisiana. The bill adds a new member to the task force, specifically appointed by the commissioner of the Department of Agriculture and Forestry, making this member a nonvoting participant. Additionally, the Department of Agriculture and Forestry is included as an entity that will receive recommendations from the task force regarding the oyster industry and production.

The bill also makes several amendments to the existing membership provisions of the Oyster Task Force, renumbering the existing members and ensuring that the new structure accommodates the additional member. The task force is tasked with making recommendations to various state agencies involved in the oyster industry, which now includes the Department of Agriculture and Forestry among others. This legislative change aims to enhance collaboration and oversight within the oyster industry in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
HB652 Original: 56:421(B)(5)
HB652 Engrossed: 56:421(B)(5)