CAMPAIGN FINANCE DISCLOS: Provides relative to filing financial disclosure statements after qualifying for office

This bill amends Louisiana law to require candidates for specific public offices to file financial disclosure statements after they officially qualify for the race. Under the new rules, a candidate must submit their financial report within three business days following the end of the period during which they file their notice of candidacy. The legislation also clarifies that if a person already holds a position requiring similar financial reporting, that existing filing can satisfy the requirements for their new campaign. This change directly affects individuals running for offices where the current holder is legally required to file financial disclosures.