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Committee backs bill to let Louisiana auctioneers bid on state surplus sales

House Appropriations Committee · April 22, 2026
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Summary

House Bill 11 29, sponsored by Representative Shamblehorn and supported by Louisiana auctioneers, would require the state to allow qualified in‑state auctioneers to compete for contracts selling surplus movable property; the committee reported the bill favorable.

The committee reported House Bill 11 29 favorable after proponents, including licensed auctioneer Barbara Barnett, argued the bill would allow Louisiana‑based, licensed auctioneers to compete…

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