Louisiana Senate passes bill granting Christopher Hebert higher pension and state retirement access
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Updated · NOLA.com · Apr 28
Louisiana Senate passes bill granting Christopher Hebert higher pension and state retirement access
5 articles · Updated · NOLA.com · Apr 28
Senate Bill 477, sponsored by Sen. Ed Price, would raise Hebert’s salary from $169,400 to about $200,000 and grant him benefits equal to a court of appeals judge.
The bill allows Hebert to remain in the Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (LASERS) and receive additional supplemental pay, with little expected opposition in the House.
Previously, state law excluded board chairs from LASERS, costing past chairs financially. The legislation also permits Hebert to continue adjunct teaching, addressing longstanding employment and pension eligibility issues for this position.
What precedent does this special pension deal set for other state officials?
Why is a law being rewritten for one gambling regulator's pension and salary?
Is this special legislation the only way to retain top talent in Louisiana?
What is the long-term taxpayer cost for this single appointee's special benefits?
Does waiving an ethics rule for the gaming chair create a conflict of interest?
Why did the Senate pass this controversial bill for one appointee in 75 seconds?