Louisiana Administrative Code

A. The principal offices of the board shall be at the Louisiana Department of Economic Development, Office of Commerce and Industry, located at One Maritime Plaza, Baton Rouge, LA, or at such other place as the board may determine.

A. The purpose of the rules and regulations is to define the responsibilities and rights of the employee, employer and the carrier in the administration of workers' compensation in Louisiana. B. The rules are intended to expedite the receipt of benefits by the injured worker; to …

Employment Service Manager―an individual designated by the employment service to conduct the general management, administration and operation of a specified private employment service (PES) office. On-Site Consultant―an individual designated by the employment service, to conduct …

A. Wherever in these regulations the masculine is used, it includes the feminine and vice versa. Wherever the singular is used, it includes the plural and vice versa. The following definitions shall apply to all regulations promulgated under Part I, unless the usage clearly indic…

A. The following words and terms, when used in this Subpart 1, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: Authorized Healthcare Provider—a physician, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, or physician assistant licensed, certified,…

A. Pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 11:2256(B)(1)(a)(i), the surviving spouse of any active contributing member of the system who is killed in the line of duty, is authorized to be paid, on a monthly basis, an annual benefit equal to two-thirds of the deceased member's average …

A. In accordance with the provisions of R.S. 39:2006 and R.S. 51:931, the Department of Economic Development's Small Entrepreneurship (Hudson Initiative) Certification Program [SE (HI) Certification Program] through its designee or its staff administers these regulations which ar…

A. The statutory functions of the Office of Mental Health (OMH) is the prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and follow-up care of mental and emotional illness in Louisiana. The treatment philosophy of OMH is based on the premise that each individual is unique and worthy of speci…

A. Act 1035 of the 2010 Regular Legislative Session, effective on August 15, 2010, established the Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact, effective for any and all parishes in the state, to provide and promote mutual assistance among the parishes in the prevention of, response to, and re…

A. These regulations are adopted under the authority of Act 142 of 1936 as amended by Act 185 of 1942.

A. The rules contained herein are promulgated for the purpose of facilitating implementation of the fantasy sports act referred to as the Louisiana fantasy sports contests act, R.S. 27:301 et seq., to achieve the effective regulation of fantasy sports contests, and to maintain th…

A. The words and terms defined in R.S. 3:263 are applicable to this Part. B. The following words and terms are defined for the purposes of this Part and are applicable to this Part. Act―the Louisiana Agricultural Finance Act found in Chapter 3-B of Title 3 of the Louisiana Revise…

A. Use of the masculine includes the feminine and vice versa. Use of the singular includes the plural and vice versa. B. The following definitions apply unless the usage clearly indicates another meaning. Active Member—a member of the Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (MERS)…

A. The rules of Part III provide for and govern the organization, administration, and defense of the Patient’s Compensation Fund (the fund or PCF) by the Louisiana Patient’s Compensation Fund Oversight Board (the board), within the Division of Administration; the requirements and…

A. A minor (a person under 18 years of age) who has sought treatment on his or her own at an OPPHS clinic to refuse treatment and release OPPHS from responsibility when the minor desires to decline the recommended treatment and such treatment is not otherwise required by law. Thi…

A. These regulations provide for the registration, certification and regulation of facilities and equipment which employ ultraviolet and other lamps for the purpose of tanning the skin of the living human body through the application of ultraviolet radiation. B. The current statu…

A. Mission. To assist persons with disabilities in their desire to obtain, maintain or advance in competitive integrated employment and achieve independence in their communities by providing rehabilitation services and by working cooperatively with business and other community re…

A. To be effective as to the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Pension and Relief Fund, any court order or judgment issued upon or after the termination of a community property regime which order or judgment recognizes the community interest of a spouse or a former spouse of a member or retire…

Less Care by Others⎯the ability of the client to use a minimum of assistance to take care of personal needs. Rehabilitation⎯a program to prevent further impairment of physical deformity and malfunction, and enable significantly increased ability of the individual to require less …

A. Definitions. As provided under R.S. 11:1581(5), effective for limitation years beginning on or after July 1, 2007, compensation is hereby defined as follows. Compensation⎯the regular pay of the member, not including any overtime or bonuses. DARS⎯the District Attorneys’ Retirem…

Capital Improvement―any modification, addition, restoration, or other improvement: 1. which increases the usefulness, productivity, or serviceable life of an existing building, structure, or major item of equipment; 2. which is classified for accounting purposes as a "fixed asset…

A.1. Requests for approval of the settlement of a third-party claim for settlement amounts less than $50,000 shall be submitted by facsimile transmission or hand delivery to the offices of the Second Injury Board. 2. Requests for approval of all other settlements may be submitted…

A. Under the authority of the Administrative Procedure Act, R.S. 49:950 et seq., and in accordance with R.S. 39:15.1-6 in Act 712 of the 2014 Regular Legislative Session, the position of the state chief information officer (CIO) and the Office of Technology Services were establis…

A. At least 24 hours prior to the meeting, the Wildlife and Fisheries Commission shall post the following at wlf.louisiana.gov: 1. meeting notice and agenda; and 2. detailed information regarding how members of the public may: a. participate in the meeting via electronic means, i…

A. "The Sheriff's Guide to Departmental Policies and Statutory Specifications for the Administration of the Supplemental Pay Program" is hereby identified as the official guide to the administration of the Deputy Sheriffs' Supplemental Pay Program. Revisions to "The Sheriff's Gui…

A. The rules contained herein are promulgated for the purpose of facilitating implementation of the sports wagering act referred to as the Louisiana Sports Wagering Act, R.S. 27:601 et seq., to achieve the effective regulation of sports wagering, and to maintain the health, welfa…

A. Current Legal Authority. The Fleet Management Program for the state of Louisiana is established and operated under the authority given to the Commissioner of Administration by R.S. 39:361-363. B. Mission, Goal, and Objectives of the Fleet Management Program 1. Program Mission …

A. Fees and Charges 1. During 1991 and each year thereafter, all state- chartered credit unions shall pay an annual operating fee, the exact amount of which shall be fixed from time-to-time by the commissioner. During 1990, credit unions shall continue to be charged and be liable…

A. Every applicant for, and enrollee of, Medicaid Program benefits has the right to appeal an agency action or decision, and has the right to request a fair hearing in the presence of an impartial hearing officer. 1. Action—a termination, suspension or reduction of Medicaid eligi…

A. Act 35 of the First Extraordinary Session of 2006, effective on March 1, 2006, established the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness in R.S. 29:725. B. Revised Statutes 29:727(E)(13) added by Act 36 of the First Extraordinary Session of 2006, effect…

A. Unless the context otherwise requires, the words defined in this Section shall have the following meanings when found in this order. Agent—the commissioner, the director of the Engineering Division, any of the district managers, or any other designee. Department—the Department…

A. Monthly Salaries and Contributions Reports. Each month all employers shall certify to the Teachers’ Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL) Board of Trustees, by means of file transfer protocol or by secure on-line web based reporting, the amounts of each employee's actual salar…

A. These rules shall be known as the administrative rules and regulations of the Office of Telecommunications Management.

A. The Department of Health, Bureau of Health Services Financing implemented the Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in accordance with federal regulations at 42 CFR 460 et seq. These regulations set forth: 1. the requirements that an entity must meet to be appro…

A. The rules and regulations of this Subpart shall be applicable to the commissioner's jurisdiction regarding: 1. areas of ground water concern; 2. ground water emergencies; and 3. management of the state's ground water resources. B. The rules shall not alter or change the right …

A. As used in these regulations, these terms have the definitions set forth below. Additional definitions used only in a certain chapter may be found in that Chapter. A1―the maximum activity of special form radioactive material permitted in a Type A package. A2―the maximum activi…

A. The department is authorized to issue to qualified applicants, non-key gaming employee permits and non-gaming vendors' licenses, and to renew licenses for the operation of video draw poker devices at facilities with no more than three video draw poker devices at their licensed…

A. Any person required to be licensed or permitted by the department by authority of the Louisiana Gaming Control Law, 1996 Acts, First Extraordinary Session, Number 7, enacting R.S. 27:1 et seq., and whose license or permit, or the renewal thereof, has been denied by the departm…

A. All applications for permits to drill wells for oil or gas or core test wells below the fresh water sands shall be made on Form MD-10-R or revisions thereof, and mailed or delivered to the district office. These applications, in duplicate, shall be accompanied by three copies …

A. The provisions of the Act relating to definitions, words and terms are hereby incorporated by reference and made a part hereof and will therefore apply and govern the interpretation of these regulations, unless the context otherwise requires or unless specifically redefined in…

A. The purpose and intent of this Chapter is to provide the maximum opportunity for small and emerging businesses to become competitive in a non-preferential modern economy. This purpose shall be accomplished by providing a program of assistance and promotion.

A. Scope. These regulations and air quality standards and emission limitations apply to any source of emissions existing partially or wholly within the state of Louisiana. B. Severability. If any provision of any of the sections of the regulations of the administrative authority …

A. For the purposes of these rules, the following definitions apply. Act—the Louisiana Workers' Compensation Law, Chapter 10, R.S. 23. Carrier—unless otherwise indicated, insurance companies, self-insured employers and group self-insured employers. Clerk—the clerks of the distric…

A. The purpose of these regulations is: 1. to establish an agreement for providing governmental services and resources in preparation for, response to and recovery from any disaster resulting in a formal declaration of emergency; and 2. to provide an easily accessible source of i…

A. The purposes and intent of this program are to provide the maximum opportunity for Small Entrepreneurships to become so certified as "Veteran-owned small entrepreneurship" or "Service-connected disabled veteran-owned small entrepreneurship" and thereby become eligible to parti…

A. As provided under R.S. 11:1402(8), actuarial equivalent shall be defined using the following assumptions. 1. Interest shall be compounded annually at the rate of 7 1/2 percent per annum. 2. Annuity rates shall be determined on the basis of RP2000 combined healthy table set bac…

A. LAFA officers shall be a chairman, vice-chairman, and secretary who shall serve terms of one year but may be elected for an indefinite number of terms. B. After the initial election of officers, the officers shall be elected at LAFA's regular meeting during the first quarter o…

A. These regulations are promulgated under authority of the Louisiana Environmental Quality Act (R.S. 30:2001 et seq.) by order of the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality.

A. Number and Qualifications of Board Members. The board shall consist of 20 members, unless R.S. 51:923 is amended to provide for a different number of board members. Fifteen members shall be appointed by the governor from among representatives of the major economic groups withi…

A. These rules are adopted pursuant to R.S. 39:140-143 and R.S. 39:1751-1755.