Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 30:414 - Reallocation hearings; powers and duties of the assistant secretary; reports to the governorA. Whenever there has been a failure to supply natural gas as a result of compulsory reallocation or curtailment procedures other than as provided for at R.S. 30:571 and R.S. 30:413, the assistant secretary shall call a public hearing pursuant to the Louisiana Administrative Procedure Act for the purpose of determining the reasons for the compulsory action, the sustained and impending harm to the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the state as a result of the compulsory action, and the beneficiaries of the natural gas otherwise made available as a result of the compulsory action.B. Evidence derived from the hearing shall be immediately made available to the governor for the purpose of determining the necessity of issuing emergency proclamations or orders, calling a special session of the legislature, or other action as may be necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the state, or to prevent the physical and economical waste of natural resources of the state.Added by Acts 1977, No. 674, §1.Added by Acts 1977, No. 674, §1.