House Bill No. by Representative Schamerhorn amends R.S. 39:330.1(A)(1) to enhance the process for selling state-owned surplus movable property. The bill authorizes the commissioner of administration to sell such property at public auction and allows for the hiring of qualified licensed auctioneers, who will be compensated from the sale proceeds. A significant change introduced by the bill is the requirement for the selection of auctioneers to be conducted through competitive bidding, as outlined in the Louisiana Procurement Code. This selection process must occur annually.

Additionally, the bill establishes a preference for in-state auctioneers when both in-state and out-of-state auctioneers are bidding, provided that their services are of equal quality and the cost does not exceed that of out-of-state services by more than ten percent. This preference aims to support local businesses while ensuring competitive pricing and quality in the auction process. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB1129 Original: 39:1(A)(1)