LAC 46:LXI.715. Rulemaking Process

A. Power to Promulgate Rules. Under the provisions of the licensure law, the board is given the power to make and promulgate rules and regulations necessary for the proper performance of its duties and the regulations of the proceedings before it, as well as for the protection of the public and the proper administration of the licensure law. B. Proposal of Rule Change. Any board member may propose the adoption of a new rule or regulation, or the amendment or revocation of an existing rule or regulation. C. Requirements of Proposal. Such proposal shall: 1. be in writing; 2. include a draft of the requested change or changes; and 3. be sent to the chairman and the executive director at least 30 days before the next regular meeting of the board. D. Copies of Proposal. The executive director shall send copies of the proposal to all board members at least 10 days before the next regular meeting of the board. E. Notice of Proposal. The chairman shall place the proposed change, amendment, or revocation on the agenda for the next regular meeting scheduled after receipt of the proposal.