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The Louisiana Code of Ethics forbids the heads of government agencies and entities (“agency head”) from employing immediate family members anywhere within the agency or entity. (There are a few exceptions for small rural parishes). Under this law, “immediate family” includes spouses, children, siblings, parents, and in-laws, and the law applies even if the family member is not in the direct line of supervision.
In this case, if the father or the son is an “agency head”, then the nepotism rule would likely apply. That determination will ultimately be made by the Ethics Board.
Given the unique circumstances of this case, in that a private entity is going to convert back to a public one, the parish should consult with the Ethics Board and request an opinion as to these specific facts to determine if any exception would apply.
Louisiana Legislative Auditor website: 05/18/2024 09:17:11 PM
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