House Bill No. 980, introduced by Representatives Zeringue and Thompson, aims to establish additional qualifications for membership on the Fireman's Supplemental Pay Board. Specifically, the bill enacts a new provision under R.S. 40:1666.5(C) that prohibits any individual who does not receive state supplemental pay from serving on the board. This change is intended to ensure that all board members have a vested interest in the supplemental pay system they oversee.

The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2028. Notably, the House amendments to the bill removed provisions that would have increased the board's membership and altered the process for filling those positions. Additionally, the effective date was changed from the governor's signature to the specified date in 2028.

Statutes affected:
HB980 Original: 40:5(A)
HB980 Engrossed: 40:5(A)