Summary of Legislative Eventsof Note
LOUISIANA REALTORS • May 11, 2018
SENATE BILL NO. 462, SENATOR DANNY MARTINY – INCLUSIONARY ZONING
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This bill has one final step to make prior to going to Governor Edward’s desk for action. Louisiana REALTORS® is unsure if Governor Edwards will sign or veto the bill given that many legislators in his party oppose the bill, but we will keep members updated.
As for the subject matter of the bill, Louisiana allows municipalities and parishes to pass inclusionary zoning ordinances to promote the development of affordable housing. Inclusionary zoning requires housing developers to sell or rent a proportion of their units below market rate, regardless of the economics of a project or whether the developer receives just compensation. Senate Bill 462 would instead allow municipalities and parishes to offer VOLUNTARY economic incentive policies to promote the development of affordable housing.
HOUSE BILL NO. 372, REPRESENTATIVE PATRICK CONNICK -
REGULATION OF BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
House Bill No. 372 would require administrative rules sought to be promulgated by boards and commissions, including but not limited to the Louisiana Real Estate Commission (LREC), to undergo additional review to ensure that occupational licensing boards and their board members will avoid liability under federal antitrust laws.
If passed this legislation would ensure that if any of our members accept positions as LREC commissioners that they will not be personally liable for actions taken by LREC.
At the request of Representative Connick, Louisiana REALTORS® was at the table at every meeting where associations representatives negotiated amendments for the bill. We worked tirelessly with representatives of a coalition of 40+ national and state associations to ensure that these amendments were adopted in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs. Ultimately, amendments were put on the bill that put it in a posture that Louisiana REALTORS® and a majority of associations accepted. The bill now goes before the entire Senate and will be sent to the House of Representatives for concurrence in the amendments.
HOUSE BILL NO. 748, REPRESENTATIVE EMERSON - REGULATION OF LAWS GOVERNING BOARDS AND COMMISSION
In the form this bill left the House of Representatives, it could have been read to require state government approval of any certifications members of private trade associations receive from private entities. This could have included certifications issued by NAR and other real estate groups.
Louisiana REALTORS® along with approximately 50 other associations officially submitted opposition to this bill when it was presented in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs understood the position of the opposition and significantly modified to bill to remove much of the opposition, including those who opposed the bill because of the certification language. The bill now goes before the entire Senate and will be sent to the House of Representatives for concurrence in the amendments.
2025 Extraordinary Legislative Session Wrap-up
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Louisiana REALTORS® wraps up 2025 and looks forward to 2026! Louisiana REALTORS® gathered in Baton Rouge from October 7–8 for the 2025 Fall Governance Meetings, a dynamic two-day event filled with professional development, strategic planning and member engagement. The day before the conference offered the conclusion to the 2025 LR Leadership Program with participants graduated from the yearlong program after a half-day session. The 2025 graduates include: Torri Byrd, Shawn Carter, Bradley Cook, Stefany Deroche, Mignon Richard Díaz, Alfra Dixon, Thaddeus Dixon, Glen Elliott, Yvonne Graham, Charlotte Johnson, Michelle LaBanca, Slagle McGuffee, Ellen Monroe, Matt Noel, Ros Pack, Tiffany Pellerin, Latonia Riggs, Shannon Rodi Nash, Trish Skellham, Rebecca Slone and Charlotte St. Romain. Additionally, a sold-out, full-day AI-Powered Real Estate Professional Certification course led by industry expert Matthew Rathbun blew away attendees and had them leaving the session with such invigoration. The first official day of the conference held focus on professional development and networking. Tuesday opened with an informative session entitled Professional Liability 101 from Rice Insurance Services Center, offering critical insights into E&O and risk management. RPR's session brought a wealth information to attendees and offered a hands-on learning experience for the tools offered online. Targeted sessions like the Local AE Meeting and the YPN Advisory Council Open Meeting provided space for peer exchange and innovation. The day concluded with a festive Opening Reception sponsored by Louisiana YPN, bringing members together to celebrate and connect. The next day offered collaboration and celebration with Closing the Affordability Gap, presented by the Louisiana Housing Corporation, equipping REALTORS® with tools to better serve clients in today’s market. Regional caucuses followed, allowing members from across Louisiana to discuss local issues and share best practices. The Board of Directors Meeting brought the governance portion of the event to a close with strategic decisions for the year ahead. At the Board Meeting, Chris Brock, Northeast REALTORS® of Louisiana; Trish Leleux, Greater Central LA REALTORS® Association; Synde Devillier, Bayou Board of REALTORS®; Scott McCubbin, Bayou Board of REALTORS®; Amber Morrow, Greater Fort Polk Area REALTORS®; and David Moses, Greater Central LA REALTORS® Association; were elected as 2026 At-Large Directors. The grand finale? A spirited LSU Pregame Fan Experience and the highly anticipated Installation Ceremony, where new leadership was formally welcomed in a celebration of community and commitment. Louisiana REALTORS® looks forward to hosting REALTORS® from around the state at the Winter Leadership Conference, March 3-4, 2026, at the Live! Casino & Hotel in Bossier City. We would like to thank our sponsors Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS® (GBRAR) , Zillow , Dax Roy Appraisals, Supra, American Home Shield, Guard Home Warranty fo r their generous support in helping make this conference happen!
