House Bill No. 905, introduced by Representative Wright, amends the existing law regarding the state maritime academy within the University of Louisiana System. The bill specifically changes the name of the academy from the "Universities of Louisiana Maritime Academy" to the "Louisiana Maritime Academy at Nicholls State University." This amendment aims to clarify the institution's identity and its association with Nicholls State University while retaining the academy's original purposes, which include coordinating maritime programs, training merchant marine officers, and providing educational pathways aligned with the maritime industry's workforce needs.

The bill's language reflects these changes by deleting the previous name and inserting the new designation in the relevant statute, R.S. 17:3217(B)(1). The proposed law maintains the existing framework and objectives of the maritime academy, ensuring that its mission remains focused on enhancing maritime education and training in Louisiana.

Statutes affected:
HB905 Original: 17:3217(B)(1)
HB905 Engrossed: 17:3217(B)(1)