§ 24:77.1 Temporary successor; selection; definitions
§ 24:77.2 Assumption of powers and duties of legislator by temporary successor; requirements
§ 24:77.3 Privileges, immunities, and compensation of temporary successors; compensation of legislator
§ 24:77.4 Temporary successors; prohibition on seeking legislative office

Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes > Title 24 > Chapter 1 > Part V - Temporary Legislative Succession for Legislators On Active Duty

  • Amendment: A proposal to alter the text of a pending bill or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, thelegislature must agree to it.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
  • Oath: A promise to tell the truth.
  • Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.