Chapter XLIII

A. If DHH is otherwise obligated under federal or state law, or assigned responsibility under state policy or pursuant to § 819 through 823, to provide or pay for any services that are also considered special education or related services (such as, but not limited to, services de…

A. Confidentiality of Information. In accordance with federal and state law, information on a student's disability is confidential. For the purposes of identification, location, evaluation, development, and implementation of the IEP; information and records on mutually served stu…

A. The purposes of these regulations are the following: 1. to ensure that all students with disabilities have available to them a free appropriate public education that emphasizes special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs and prepare them for furt…

A. Public Agencies within the state. The provisions of these regulations: 1. apply to all political subdivisions of the state that are involved in the education of students with disabilities, including: a. the Louisiana Department of Education, referenced in these regulations as …

A. The terms defined in § 904 of this chapter are used throughout these regulations. Unless expressly provided to the contrary, each definition/term used in these regulations shall have the meaning established by this Chapter. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 28 , § XLIII-903 Promulgat…

ALJ -administrative law judge. BSS -BESE special schools. DAL -Division of Administrative Law. DHH -state Department of Health and Hospitals. DPS and C -state Department of Public Safety and Corrections. DSS -state Department of Social Services. FAPE -free appropriate public educ…

Adapted Physical Education -specially designed physical education for eligible students with disabilities. Administrative Law Judge -an employee of the Division of Administrative Law that has the qualifications and authority as listed in R.S. 49:994 . Age of Majority -as defined …

A. Only those who are a registered interior designer licensed by the board may use the appellation registered interior designer or the plural thereof in advertising or in business usage when referring to themselves or services to be rendered. B. Definitions. The purpose of this S…

A. Nothing shall prevent a licensed or registered interior designer licensed pursuant to the statute or regulations from associating with one or more interior designers, architects, professional engineers, landscape architects, surveyors, or other persons in a partnership, joint …

A. A firm shall be permitted to use in its title the term registered interior designer and to be so identified on any sign, card, stationery, device, or other means of identification if at least one partner, director, officer, or other supervisory agent of such firm is licensed a…

A. The name of this board shall be the Board of Examiners of Interior Designers, hereinafter called the "board," as provided for by Act 227 of the 1984 Regular Legislative Session, hereinafter called the "Act." Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-101 Promulgated by the Depart…

A. All appointments to membership on the board shall be made by the governor of the state of Louisiana as provided for by the Act. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-103 Promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Board of Examiners of Interior Designers, LR 11:339 (April 198…

A. The board shall select annually from among its members a chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary and treasurer. The election of officers will be held each year at the last meeting scheduled before the beginning of the fiscal year on July 1. B. If an officer resigns or is unable…

A. The board shall have at least two meetings per year for the purpose of examining candidates for registration as interior designers. The board may hold such other meetings and hearings as required for the proper performance of its duties under the Act. The board may receive per…

A. Members of the board shall receive no compensation for their services but shall receive the same per diem and mileage as is provided by law for the members of the legislature for each day the board conducts business. Out of the funds of the board each board member shall be com…

A. The board may suspend for a definite period or revoke any license of registration on those grounds mentioned in the Act, which include: 1. that the license or any renewal thereof was obtained by fraud, misstatement, or misrepresentation of fact; 2. that the holder of the licen…

A. Upon receipt of notice of any alleged violations of this Part, or any rule or regulation adopted by the board, the board shall institute a preliminary investigation. If warranted by the investigation, the board shall duly notify the alleged violator and schedule a timely heari…

A. If, after following the procedure in §1103, the board determine that a hearing is warranted, the following procedure should be followed. B. Proceedings to revoke, rescind or suspend the license of registration of an interior designer shall commence by any person filing a sworn…

A. Any person aggrieved by any disciplinary action of the board shall have the right to a rehearing by the board if written application for a rehearing is made to the board within 15 days after the adverse disciplinary action. If such person is aggrieved further by a decision or …

A. The board may require a licensee who has had his license revoked or suspended pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter to pay a fine of up to $500 in addition to those charges contained in § 703 to have his license restored to him. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-110…

A. The board may apply to any court which has jurisdiction for an order enjoining or restraining the continuance of the alleged unlawful act. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-1107 Promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Board of Examiners of Interior Designers, LR 11:34…

A. There is hereby created a disciplinary committee to review all complaints filed with the board. B. The chairman of the board shall appoint the members of the disciplinary committee. C. All complaints filed with the board shall be reviewed by the disciplinary committee before s…

A. In addition to or in lieu of the administrative sanctions provided in this Chapter the board is empowered to issue an order to any person or firm engaged in any activity, conduct, or practice constituting a violation of any provision of this chapter directing such person or fi…

A. Payments out of the board's fund shall be made only upon orders of the board. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-111 Promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Board of Examiners of Interior Designers, LR 11:339 (April 1985), amended by the Department of Economic Developm…

A. Unless otherwise exempted, any person who knowingly engages in the practice of interior design without a valid license of registration violates this Chapter. B. Any person who violates any provision of this Chapter or any rules and regulations adopted under its authority shall…

A. A quorum of the board as stated by the Act shall consist of four members of the board, but no action shall be taken without at least four votes in accord. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-113 Promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Board of Examiners of Interior Desi…

A. The chairman shall appoint members to subcommittees as needed to fulfill the duties of the board. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-115 Promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Board of Examiners of Interior Designers, LR 11:339 (April 1985), amended by the Department …

A. The board may, at its discretion, employ an executive director, legal counsel, and such other assistants and clerical staff as it deems necessary. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-117 Promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Board of Examiners of Interior Designers, L…

A. The board may maintain membership in the National Council of Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). Up-to-date information on the examinations and policies adopted from time to time by NCIDQ shall be developed by the executive assistant and reported to the board regularly. B. …

A. A person who serves as a member of the board shall not be individually liable for any act or omission resulting in damage or injury, arising out of the exercise of his judgment in the formation and implementation of policy while acting as a member of the board, provided he was…

A. The roster of licensed interior designers will be provided upon payment of the cost of copying at the rate of copying charges as set by the regulations established by the Division of Administration. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-1202 Promulgated by the Department of …

A. There is hereby created a committee on education, the purpose of which is to provide a liaison with the Louisiana universities providing courses in interior design and their students in interior design. B. The chairman shall appoint the members of the committee on education. C…

A. If any provision or item of the rules of the board or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of the rules of the board which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or applications, an…

A. The chairman shall exercise general supervision of the board's affairs, shall preside at all meetings at which he is present, shall appoint any committees within the board, shall sign vouchers, and shall perform all other duties pertaining to the office as deemed necessary and…

A. The vice chairman shall perform the duties of the chairman in his absence or other duties assigned by the chairman. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-303 Promulgated by the Department of Commerce, Board of Examiners of Interior Designers, LR 11:339 (April 1985), amended …

A. The secretary shall be an administrative officer of the board. He shall act as its recording and corresponding secretary and may have custody of and shall: 1. safeguard and keep in good order all property and records of the board which the chairman deems necessary and appropri…

A. The treasurer shall act as treasurer and: 1. receive and deposit all funds to the credit of the Interior Design Fund; 2. attest all itemized vouchers approved by the chairman for payment of expenses of the board; 3. make such reports to the governor and legislature as provided…

A. All fees and charges except for the annual renewal fee must be made be cashier's check or money order. The annual renewal fee may be paid by business or personal check, unless required otherwise by the board. The following fees and charges have been established. Licensing $150…

A. Persons who wish to take the NCIDQ examination must purchase the examination directly from NCIDQ. The board does not provide the examination as part of the licensing fee of $150. The applicant for a license must provide evidence that the applicant has taken and successfully pa…

A. Licenses of registration issued by the board shall run to and include December 31 of the calendar year following their issue. The initial registration fee payable by cashier's check or money order of $150 should be submitted with the application to the board. Licenses must be …

A. A license expires on December 31 of each year. If renewing within 12 months of expiration, the licensee must pay the renewal fee plus the late fee. B. If a licensee seeks to renew their license from 1324 months past expiration, the licensee must pay the renewal fee plus the re…

A. Lost or destroyed certificates or ID cards may be replaced on presentation of a sworn statement giving the circumstances surrounding the loss or destruction thereof, together with a fee of $25. Such replaced certificates shall be marked "duplicate." Notes La. Admin. Code tit. …

A. R.S. 37:3179 mandates that the board promulgate regulations governing the participation by licensees in a continuing education program approved by the board. These regulations are in compliance with that mandate. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-801 Promulgated by the D…

A. The definition of a continuing education unit will be the same definition used by the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) or a direct replacement entity, which has ruled that one "contact hour" will equal 0.1 continuing education unit, or "CEU." B. The board w…

A. The term "verified credit" applies to continuing education units which are approved by the board and at which attendance by the licensee is verified in some fashion. Verification of attendance occurs where the sponsor of the program verifies participation or a transcript from …

A. Any HS (health, safety) program approved by the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) or any direct replacement entity will be pre-approved for credit by the board. W (welfare) programs approved by the Interior Design Continuing Education Council (IDCEC) are sub…

A. Those programs sponsored by the board will verify attendance of licensee and maintain records of attendees on a yearly basis, and that information will be retained by the board for five years. B. It is incumbent on the licensee attending a pre-approved program to provide verif…

A. The board will publish information on approved CEU courses being offered. B. Information on board-sponsored seminars will be sent directly to all applicants by mail to the address listed in applicants' records. Notes La. Admin. Code tit. 46 , § XLIII-806 Promulgated by the Dep…

A. A person desiring to be licensed as an interior designer shall apply to the board for licensure. Each applicant shall apply to the board on a form and in the manner prescribed by the board. To be eligible for the examination, an applicant shall submit satisfactory evidence of …

A. Application must be made to the board on application forms obtained from the state Board of Examiners of Interior Designers and required fees filed. Application forms may be obtained by contacting the board office. B. The application must request the following information: 1. …