§ 30:414 — Reallocation hearings; powers and duties of the secretary; reports to the governor

§414. Reallocation hearings; powers and duties of the secretary; reports to the governor
A. 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. 30:413 and 571, the
secretary shall call a public hearing pursuant to the 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.

Legislative History

Added by Acts 1977, No. 674, §1; Acts 2025, No. 458, §1, eff. Oct. 1, 2025.