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Generally, the Code of Governmental Ethics would not prevent two immediate family members from serving on the same board; however, the appointing authority should consult with their legal counsel regarding the provisions of R.S. 42:2.2, enacted during the 2014 Regular Session.
R.S. 42:2.2 states:
A. No appointing authority shall appoint to any board, commission, council, authority, or similar entity a person who is a member of the immediate family of a person who serves on the board, commission, council, authority, or similar entity at the time of the appointment.
B. For purposes of this Section, “immediate family” shall have the same meaning as provided in R.S. 42:1102.
A Father-in-law, or son-in-law, would be considered the “immediate family” of a public servant under the provisions of R.S. 42:1102.
Louisiana Legislative Auditor website: 05/18/2024 07:12:11 PM
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