SEAFOOD: Provides for preference given to Louisiana seafood by purchasing agents of the state (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

This bill directs purchasing agents for state and local government agencies to prioritize buying seafood harvested or landed in Louisiana. The requirement applies only if the cost of local seafood does not exceed the price of out-of-state seafood by more than ten percent. Purchasing agents are exempt from this preference if there is not a sufficient supply of locally sourced seafood available. The legislation amends the state code to establish these procurement rules for seafood purchases.