Bill > HB223

This bill amends Louisiana state law to increase compensation for election officials in various scenarios. Specifically, it raises the payment for commissioners-in-charge from $250 to $300 for serving at one precinct, and from $350 to $400 for serving at multiple precincts. Commissioners who have received certificates of instruction will now receive $150 or $250, depending on the type of certification, up from previous amounts. Uncertified commissioners will see their compensation increase from $35 to $85. For parish board commissioners, the bill increases compensation from $50 or $100 to $100 or $150 per day of service, depending on the type of election and whether the secretary of state has approved the higher rate. The bill also expands the circumstances under which commissioners can receive additional compensation, removing some previous restrictions related to emergency declarations and expected voter turnout. These changes aim to provide more competitive compensation for election workers, potentially helping to recruit and retain poll workers and election officials.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=25rs&b=HB223&sbi=y