LA SB184

Nongovernmental entities seeking state appropriations must maintain a physical Louisiana office, be registered as a nonprofit with the secretary of state, and have operated continuously in the state for at least 12 months prior to applying for funds.

Administrative expenses for recipient entities are capped at 15% of total expenditures, and entities must submit financial audits with unqualified opinions approved by the legislative auditor.

State treasurer must create and maintain a publicly searchable online database of all nongovernmental entities receiving state funds, including appropriation amounts, purposes, and compliance status.

Entities are prohibited from using state funds for lobbying or political contributions, and no public officials, employees, or their immediate family members may serve in decision-making or compensated roles at recipient entities.

Penalties for noncompliance include 5-year disqualification from state funding, clawback of funds, and criminal charges under R.S. 14:133 for knowingly submitting false information; entities cannot receive appropriations for more than 3 consecutive fiscal years without performance-based reapplication.