Senate Bill No. by Senator Miller amends the provisions related to the official journal of the state, specifically addressing the publication of advertisements, public notices, and proclamations. The bill allows for these materials to be published not only in a daily newspaper but also on a website established and maintained by the commissioner of administration, designated as the "Official Journal of the State." Additionally, it stipulates that any newspaper selected for this purpose must meet specific qualifications and be chosen through a competitive bidding process, adhering to the publication rates set forth in R.S. 43:147.1.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the compensation structure for the publication of official proceedings and public notices by mandating that parish and municipal governing authorities, as well as school boards, shall publish these materials by contract, rather than having the option to do so. This change aims to ensure that these entities consistently publish their official proceedings and public notices, with compensation not exceeding the amounts specified in the law unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. The provisions of the bill are set to take effect on August 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
SB491 Original: