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Committee backs bill to let Louisiana auctioneers bid on state surplus sales
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 for state surplus movable property sales and keep proceeds and jobs in state.
Representative Shamblehorn said local auctioneers have been shut out of the current online contract and argued that allowing in‑state vendors to bid would return more money to Louisiana communities. Barbara Barnett, representing the Louisiana Auctioneers, said current practice relies on a single out‑of‑state private contractor and requested the opportunity for qualified Louisiana companies to bid. Several members expressed support; the bill was reported favorable as amended by unanimous consent.
