§414. Reallocation hearings; powers and duties of the secretary; reports to the governor

            A. Whenever there has been a failure to supply natural gas as a result of compulsory reallocation or curtailment procedures other than as provided for at R.S. 30:413 and 571, the secretary shall call a public hearing pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act for the purpose of determining the reasons for the compulsory action, the sustained and impending harm to the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the state as a result of the compulsory action, and the beneficiaries of the natural gas otherwise made available as a result of the compulsory action.

            B. Evidence derived from the hearing shall be immediately made available to the governor for the purpose of determining the necessity of issuing emergency proclamations or orders, calling a special session of the legislature, or other action as may be necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the state, or to prevent the physical and economical waste of natural resources of the state.

            Added by Acts 1977, No. 674, §1; Acts 2025, No. 458, §1, eff. Oct. 1, 2025.