REGISTRARS OF VOTERS: Adjusts compensation schedule for Registrar of Voters. (7/1/26) (EN +$496,168 GF EX See Note)

The bill number was changed from SB 25 to SLS 26RS-118, and the list of co-sponsors was removed.

A new compensation schedule with specific salary steps was added for Chief Deputy Registrars of Voters based on parish population ranges.

The text describing the basis for salary calculations was simplified and streamlined, though the underlying criteria remained the same.

Updated salary ranges and pay steps for registrars based on new population thresholds, adding higher salary tiers for parishes with larger populations.

Established a mandatory annual merit evaluation process where 'excellent' ratings trigger automatic salary increases to the next step.

Clarified that salary adjustments based on population changes are prohibited except once every ten years after the federal census.

Added an appeal process for registrars to challenge merit evaluation findings to the State Board of Election Supervisors.

Updated the document title and running headers from 'REENGROSSED' to 'RE-REENGROSSED' to reflect the bill's second revision status.

The salary tables for registrars and deputies were updated with new dollar amounts, resulting in lower base pay for most population brackets compared to the previous version.

A new merit evaluation process was added, requiring registrars to be assessed annually for performance levels like 'excellent' or 'successful' to qualify for salary increases.

Eligibility for salary increases was changed to be contingent on receiving a positive merit evaluation rating rather than automatic adjustments based solely on population data.