Article archive / August 1, 2015
Originally published: . Volume 6, No. 8. Source pages: 5.
The Board of Examiners of Psychologists published a new Rule in the July 20 issue of the Louisiana Register, under the Emergency Rules section.
According to the rationale, the new Rule is needed for filling unexpected board member vacancies in order for the board to officially function and carry out the duties of the Louisiana state Board of Examiners of Psychologists to safeguard life, health, property and the public welfare of this state. This Emergency Rule was effective June 25, 2015. It can remain in effect for 120 days.
The rule has to do with section 1201, “Vacancies,” of the psychology licensing law.
The Rule, Notes: “A. The board will notify the Governor’s Office of any vacancy occurring in board membership.
“B. The governor shall fill, within 30 calendar days, for the remainder of the term, any vacancy occurring in board membership for an unexpired term from a list of qualified candidates provided in the most recent election.”
Some in the community note that aspects of the Rule are inconsistent with current laws.
The Rule when into effect on June 25, and notes that the Governor is to comply in 30 days. However, no notice of an appointment has been made.
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