House Bill No. 729, introduced by Representative Riser, aims to regulate the placement of garbage and recycling receptacles in the rights-of-way of state roads. The bill enacts a new section, R.S. 48:261.1, which mandates that all receptacles placed for curbside pickup must be removed by the end of the collection day. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in fines, with the amounts escalating for repeated offenses: $100 for a first offense, $200 for a second, and $300 for a third or subsequent offense.

Additionally, the bill empowers any political subdivision responsible for maintaining state road rights-of-way to enforce these provisions. This means that local governments, including parishes and municipalities, can take action against individuals who do not adhere to the new regulations regarding the timely removal of garbage and recycling bins. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance the cleanliness and safety of state roadways by preventing the prolonged presence of trash receptacles in public spaces.