House Bill No. 908, introduced by Representative Mena, proposes significant amendments to the fee structure charged by the Secretary of State in Louisiana for various business-related services. The bill seeks to increase fees for domestic and foreign business entities, including corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships. For example, the fee for filing articles of incorporation for domestic business corporations will rise from $75 to $95, and the fee for limited liability companies will increase from $100 to $125. Additionally, fees for annual reports, changes in registered agents, and other related filings will see increases ranging from $5 to $30, depending on the specific service.

The bill also addresses fees related to trade names, trademarks, and service marks, with registration and renewal fees increasing from $75 to $95, and document copy fees rising from $15 to $20. Furthermore, the bill amends existing law to increase fees for expedited services, such as raising the "while you wait" service fee from $50 to $60 and the 24-hour service fee from $30 to $35. It also introduces a provision that applies a $250 fee for filing renewals for home service contract providers to amendments, financial statements, and reports. These changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2026, and aim to align the fee structure with current administrative costs and service demands.

Statutes affected:
HB908 Original: 49:222(B)(1), 49:16
HB908 Engrossed: 49:222(B)(1), 49:16