Louisiana § RS 56:85 - Commission representatives from Louisiana; appointment; alternates
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§ RS 56:85. Commission representatives from Louisiana; appointment; alternates
In pursuance of R.S. 56:74, there shall be three representatives from Louisiana to the commission. The Secretary of Wildlife and Fisheries shall be an ex officio representative; a member of the state legislature from a coastal parish, named by the governor for a four year period from the date of his election or until his successor has been elected shall be the second representative; the third representative shall be appointed by the governor, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, and shall be a citizen of Louisiana having a knowledge of and interest in marine fisheries. The term of the third representative is for a period of four years. He shall hold office until his successor shall be appointed and qualified.
The Secretary of Wildlife and Fisheries, as ex officio representative, may delegate, from time to time, to any deputy or other subordinate in his department or office, the power to be present and participate, including voting as his representative or substitute at any meeting or hearing by or other proceeding of the commission.
Acts 1981, No. 837, §2.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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