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Acupuncturist License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Physician Acupuncturist or a Licensed Acupuncturist through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Acupuncturist License Renewal

Renew your Physician Acupuncturist or Licensed Acunpuncturist license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Acupuncturist License Verification

Find Acupuncturists licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Addictions Counselor License Verification

Find Addiction Counselors licensed through the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority.

Adoption

Full profiles of the Louisiana children in need of adoption are available online via the Department of Children & Family Services.

Application to Qualify for Appointment as Notary Public

Apply to qualify as a Notary Public. Applicants can also use this portal to register for exams or purchase study guides.

Apply for Medicaid / LaChip

Apply for Medicaid and/or LaChip benefits, check the status of an application, report any household changes, request a new card or renew benefits through the Louisiana Department of Health.

Apply to Serve

Interested in public service with the Edwards administration? Complete this form and tell us about yourself and your expertise.

Appraiser License Renewal

Renew your Certified Residential Appraiser or Certified General Appraiser license online through the Real Estate Appraiser Board.

Appraiser License Verification

Find Certified Residential Appraisers or Certified General Appraisers licensed through the Real Estate Appraiser Board.

Arborist (Utility) License Verification

Find Utility Arborists licensed through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Arborist License Verification

Find Arborists licensed through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Architect (Landscape) License Verification

Find Landscape Architects licensed through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Architect License Application

Apply online for licensure as an Architect through the State Board of Architectural Examiners.

Architect License Renewal

Renew your Architect license online through the State Board of Architectural Examiners.

Architect License Verification

Find Architects through the State Board of Architectural Examiners.

Arson Tip Line

Submit anonymous tips about fire-related crimes to investigators with the State Fire Marshal's Office

Atchafalaya National Heritage Area

Visit the Atchafalaya National Heritage Area, a 14-parish region of natural, scenic, cultural, historical and recreation resources that comprise "America's Foreign Country."

Athletic Trainer License Application

Apply online for licensure as an Athletic Trainer through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Athletic Trainer License Renewal

Renew your Athletic Trainer license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Athletic Trainer License Verification

Find Athletic Trainers licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Attorney License Verification

Find individuals licensed to practice law and are members in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar Association.

Auctioneer License Verification

Find Auctioneers and Auctioneer Businesses licensed through the Louisiana Auctioneers Licensing Board.

Audiologist Complaint

File a complaint online against an Audiologist with the Speech Pathology & Audiology.

Audiologist License Application

Apply online for licensure as an Audiologist through the Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology & Audiology.

Audiologist License Renewal

Renew your Audiologist license online through the Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology & Audiology.

Audiologist License Verification

Find Audiologists licensed through the Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology & Audiology.

Audubon Golf Trail

Tee off at any of 15 tournament-quality golf courses while experiencing Louisiana's diverse topography.

Automobile and Home Insurance Rate Comparison Guides

Consumers can compare automobile and homeowners insurance rates among companies via the Department of Insurance online guides.

Background Check

Learn how to initiate State Police criminal background checks on potential employees and other types of applicants for certain authorized agencies.

Bicycle Maps

The Department of Transportation & Development provides access to maps of Louisiana’s bicycling systems.

Birth Records

Find certified copies of birth records which may be ordered in-person, by mail or online provided by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Birth Records – 100+ Years Ago

Search the Louisiana Birth Records Index Database through the Secretary of State, and order certified copies of birth certificates for births that occurred in Louisiana more than 100 years from the end of the current calendar year. The only birth records that are available prior to 1911 are from Orleans Parish.

Boards and Commissions

The Boards and Commissions section of Louisiana Checkbook provides statutory authorizations, contact information for board members and staff, public meeting notices and financial information for Louisiana’s boards and commissions.

Boat Registration Renewal

Renew your boat registration online via the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries.

Burn Ban Map

Check to see if your parish is being advised against open burning due to dangerous weather conditions

CAFÉ

Apply online for SNAP (formerly Food Stamps), Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP), Kinship Care Subsidy Program (KCSP) or Child Support Enforcement Services programs. The Department of Children & Family Services portal also allows for benefit renewals and report generation.

CDL Medical Inquiry

CDL holders can submit medical inquiries through the Office of Motor Vehicles.

CDL Official Driving Record

Obtain an official CDL driving record through this portal at the Office of Motor Vehicles.

CDL Self Certification Inquiry

CDL holders can submit self-certification inquiries through the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Cemetery Authority Verification

Find cemeteries authorized through the Louisiana Cemetery Board database.

Certificates of Good Standing

Certificates of Good Standing can be obtained by written request or online through the Secretary of State’s Louisiana Business Filings database.

Certified Louisiana

Find products and vendors that have attained Certified Louisiana status through the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry.

Certified Louisiana Vendor Application

Submit an online application to the Department of Agriculture and Forestry to become a Certified Louisiana Vendor.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License Renewal

Renew your Certified Public Accountant license online through the Board of Certified Public Accountants.

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License Verification

Search for a licensed Certified Public Accountant through the Board of Certified Public Accountants.

Check Balance of Louisiana Purchase Card (EBT Account)

Check Electronic Benefits Transfer card benefits online, including governmental benefits such as SNAP (Food Stamps) and WIC.

Check Status of Insurance Complaint

Check the status of previously filed complaints against insurance agents, companies, adjusters or agencies with the Louisiana Department of Insurance.

Child Abuse Mandated Reporting

Provide mandated reporters the ability to report non-emergency information related to alleged child abuse and/or neglect via the Department of Children & Family Services.

Child Welfare Appeal

Use this form to appeal a finding by DCFS regarding a child abuse and/or neglect investigation.

Chiropractor License Verification

Find Chiropractors licensed through the Louisiana State Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

Civil Restitution Payments

Use your citation number to pay for civil restitution or inquire further regarding a violation with the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries online payment center.

Civil Service Test Registration

State Civil Service administers the Protective Services Exam on a continuous basis. The test is not associated with actual vacancies, but is available to provide you the opportunity to test and obtain a score in advance of a vacancy being posted. Once a tester obtains a score, it is automatically available to state agencies.

Coastal Information Management System

Use the Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority's website to get geospatial, tabular database, and document access to the suite of protection/restoration projects, Coastwide Reference Monitoring System stations, the current Master Plan, geophysical data and coastal community resilience information.

Coastal Master Plan Data Viewer

Use the Coastal Protection & Restoration Authority's online mapping tool to learn more about coastal flood risks to Louisiana communities now and in the future, as well as how to make your home, business and community safer and more resilient. Information includes future land change, storm surge flood risk, coastal vegetation and social vulnerability.

Compete LA

Apply to be paired with a free coach who will guide you from re-enrollment through graduation if you are a Louisianian with some college credit.

Concealed Handgun Permit

Apply online for a concealed handgun permit from Louisiana State Police.

Contractor Complaint

File a complaint online against a contractor with the State Licensing Board for Contractors.

Contractor License Renewal

Renew your Contractor license online through the State Licensing Board for Contractors.

Contractor License Verification

Find Contractors licensed through the State Licensing Board for Contractors.

Cosmetologist License Verification

Find Cosmetologists licensed through the Board of Cosmetology.

Court Reporter License Renewal

Renew your Certified Shorthand Reporter license online through the Louisiana Board of Examiners of Certified Shorthand Reporters.

Crash Reports

You can easily find official reports for crashes that occurred in any parish through Louisiana State Police’s Statewide Crash Report website. Limited previews are available as well as the opportunity to purchase and instantly receive a full report for download.

Cut Flower Dealer Permit Verification

Find Cut Flower Dealers with permits through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

CWD Testing Request

Submit an online request to have a sample from a Louisiana-harvested deer tested for Chronic Wasting Disease.

Death Records

Find certified copies of death records which may be ordered in-person, by mail or online provided by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Death Records – 50+ Years Ago

Search the Louisiana Death Records Index Database through the Secretary of State and order certified copies of death certificates for deaths that occurred in Louisiana more than 50 years from the end of the current calendar year.

Dental Hygenist License Verification

Find Dental Hygenists licensed through the State Board of Dentistry.

Dentist License Verification

Find Dentists licensed through the State Board of Dentistry.

Department of Health Records Request

Submit a request for public records, medical records, vital records, health standards or subpoenas to the Louisiana Department of Health.

DEQ Electronic Document Management System

The Department of Environmental Quality’s Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) contains official records that have been created or received by DEQ. EDMS contains most of DEQ’s public records though requests for records not in EDMS can also be made online.

Dietitian/Nutritionist Complaint

File a complaint online against a Dietitian/Nutritionist with the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Dietetics & Nutrtion.

Dietitian/Nutritionist License Application

Apply online for licensure as Dietitian/Nutritionist through the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Dietetics & Nutrition.

Dietitian/Nutritionist License Renewal

Renew your dietitian/nutritionist license online through the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Dietetics & Nutrition.

Dietitian/Nutritionist License Verification

Find Dietitians/Nutritionists licensed through the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Dietetics & Nutrition.

Disability Services Request and Grievance Form

Submit a request or file a complaint regarding disability services at the Louisiana House of Representatives.

Division of Administrative Law Areas of Law

View the various areas of law for which DAL conducts adjudications.

Division of Administrative Law Weekly Docket

View a non-exhaustive list of the hearings scheduled to be heard at DAL.

Divorce Records

The role of the Clerk of Court in each parish is to maintain and preserve the official records of the parish. Certified copies of divorce records can be obtained from the Clerk of Court in the parish where the divorce occurred.

Driver Reinstatement Status

View any reinstatement issues or flags that would prevent drivers license or vehicle registration transactions from being processed at the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Driver’s License Renewal

Renew your Louisiana driver’s license online through the Office of Motor Vehicles.

DSNAP

If you think your household could be affected by damages or lost wages due to a hurricane or other disaster, pre-register online or by phone for the Disaster Supplemental Assistance Program. DSNAP provides eligible low- to moderate-income households—that do not normally receive SNAP benefits—with help buying groceries due to lost income or damages following a disaster.

Duplicate Vehicle Registration

Obtain a duplicate vehicle registration online through the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Education Resources for Veterans

Counselors help veterans and their families receive qualifying benefits, including many educational programs, through Veterans Affairs.

Email the Governor

Use the form to tell the Edwards administration your concerns regarding Louisiana's issues.

Embalmer License Verification

Find Embalmers licensed through the State Board of Embalmers & Funeral Directors.

Engineer License Renewal

Renew your Professional Engineers or Engineer Interns license online through the Louisiana Professional Engineering & Land Surveying Board.

Engineer License Verification

Find Licensed Professional Engineers or Engineer Interns licensed through the Louisiana Professional Engineering & Land Surveying Board.

Engineering Services Plans Review

Engineering services projects requiring a permit from the Department of Health can be submitted online through the Office of Public Health Engineering Services Online Plans Review portal.

Enrollment Form for Workready U

Apply for adult education programs offered by the Louisiana Community and Technical College System.

Environmental Complaint Form: Criminal Investigation Section

File a criminal investigation complaint to the Department of Environmental Quality.

Ethics Adjudicatory Board Decisions

Search decisions rendered by the EAB.

Ethics Certified Trainer and Liaison Portal

Become a Certified Ethics Trainer or an Ethics Liaison through the Louisiana Ethics Administration.

Ethics Training Program

Complete required ethics training through the Louisiana Ethics Administration online training portal.

Event Request for the First Lady

Complete the form to request First Lady Donna Edwards' attendance and participation at your event.

Event Request for the Governor

Complete this form to request Governor Edwards' attendance and participation at your event.

Exercise Physiologist License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Physiologist through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Exercise Physiologist License Renewal

Renew your Exercise Physiologist license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Exercise Physiologist License Verification

Find Exercise Physiologists licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Explore Louisiana

Access Louisiana trip ideas, festivals/events, places to stay and more through the state's Culture, Recreation & Tourism portal.

FastLane

FASTLANE Next Generation is the web-based system that manages Louisiana’s business incentive programs that are approved by the Board of Commerce and Industry. FASTLANE is a secure online interface that allows applicants to electronically send data directly to Louisiana Economic Development. It is designed for individual applicants managing one company or consultants who manage multiple companies’ data.

FastStart

Louisiana Economic Development's FastStart is a state workforce training program providing customized employee recruitment, screening, training development and training delivery for eligible, new or expanding companies—all at no cost.

File a Consumer Dispute

File a dispute regarding consumer goods or services.

File a Fair Housing Complaint

File a complaint if you have been denied your housing rights or believe you may have experienced housing discrimination.

File and Pay Individual Income Taxes

File and pay state taxes electronically through the Department of Revenue's website.

File Wage and Tax Reports

Online filing of wage and tax reports for employers through the wage reporting system of the Louisiana Workforce Commission.

Find My Legislators

Find contact information for your state and U.S. legislators.

Find Unclaimed Property

Each year businesses turn over millions of dollars in unclaimed cash, stocks, bonds, securities and insurance proceeds to the State Treasurer’s Office. Search the unclaimed property database to see if any of it is yours.

Find Veterans Affairs Locations

Find your nearest Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs location.

Florist (Retail) License Verification

Find Retail Florists licensed through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Florist (Wholesale) License Verification

Find Wholesale Florists licensed through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Funeral Director License Verification

Find Funeral Directors licensed through the State Board of Embalmers & Funeral Directors.

GeauxBiz

The Secretary of State's one-stop site for launching new businesses in Louisiana, providing current and potential business owners all the necessary information to operate in Louisiana.

Geauxpass

GeauxPass is Louisiana's statewide toll system provided by the Department of Transportation and Development! With GeauxPass you can drive on Louisiana toll roads and enjoy nonstop driving without stopping to pay tolls.

GeauxVote / Voter Portal

Find your voting location, view a sample ballot and view election dates and results at the Secretary of State's clearinghouse for elections-related information.

Get A Game Plan & Emergency Preparedness Guide

The Governor's Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness provides access to tools and resources to develop a simple, successful game plan for your family before severe weather strikes.

Health Standards Section Data Requests

Requests for data regarding all licensed healthcare facilities can be submitted online to the Department of Health's Health Standards Section.

Home Inspector License Verification

Find Home Inspectors licensed through the State Board of Home Inspections.

Honor Vets...Vote!

Louisiana voters can dedicate their vote to honor a veteran using the Louisiana Secretary of State’s online system.

Horticulture Renewals

Renew horticulture licenses with the Department of Agriculture & Forestry.

House of Representatives: Broadcast Archive

Access archival broadcast footage of the Louisiana House of Representatives hearings and meetings from dating from 1999.

Hunter & Boater Education Courses

Make reservations online for the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries educational courses in several areas (e.g., hunter, fisher, bow hunter, aquatic).

Hunting/Fishing License

Purchase a hunting or fishing license online via the Department of Wildlife & Fisheries.

Identification Card Renewal

Renew your Louisiana identification card online through the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Installment Portal Service

The Office of Motor Vehicles provides this portal to allow customers in an active installment plan the ability to edit their personal information and payment type, view payments already processed, print a receipt, make additional payments or pay in full.

Insurance Company Search

Find contact information for active insurance companies provided by the Department of Insurance.

Insurance Consumer Complaint Form

Report complaints against insurance agents, companies, adjusters or agencies with the Louisiana Department of Insurance.

Insurance License Verification

Search for insurance agents, adjusters, agencies and appraisers licensed in Louisiana on the Department of Insurance website.

Insurance Salvage Retention Notification

Insurance companies can report when retaining a salvaged vehicle using this tool from the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Interior Designer License Verification

Find Interior Designers licensed through the State Board of Interior Designers.

Irrigation Contractor License Verification

Find Irrigation Contractors licensed through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Job Connection

Louisiana Economic Development’s Job Connection recruitment website matches potential job seekers with Louisiana employment opportunities throughout the state. This website provides an in-depth, skills-based job matching platform to match job seekers with the jobs for which they are most qualified.

Jobs at Louisiana Supreme Court

See current Louisiana Supreme Court job openings.

Jobs at LSU

Search for faculty and staff job openings within the Louisiana State University System. The LSU System includes LSU A&M in Baton Rouge, LSU-Alexandria, LSU-Eunice, LSU-Shreveport, Pennington Biomedical Research Center, LSU Ag Center and more.

Jobs at Southern University

Search for faculty and staff job openings within the Southern University System, including SU-Baton Rouge, SU-New Orleans, SU-Shreveport and more.

Jobs at the UL System

Search for faculty and staff job openings at the nine campuses under the University of Louisiana System: UL-Lafayette, UL-Monroe, Nicholls State University, Southeastern Louisiana University, McNeese State University, Grambling State University, Northwestern State University, Louisiana Tech and The University of New Orleans.

La Checkbook

Louisiana Checkbook is the state government's transparency and accountability portal. The one-stop website allows searching by spending type, agency and financial year, and provides interactive charts and graphs, downloadable data and the ability to compare across multiple categories.

LA High School Equivalency Transcript and Diploma Request

Request a copy of a high school equivalency transcript or diploma from the Louisiana Community and Technical College System.

Land Surveyor License Renewal

Renew your Professional Land Surveyor or Land Surveyor Intern license online through the Louisiana Professional Engineering & Land Surveying Board.

Land Surveyor License Verification

Find Professional Land Surveyors or Land Surveyor Interns licensed through the Louisiana Professional Engineering & Land Surveying Board.

Landscape Horticulturist License Verification

Find Licensed Horticulturists licensed through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

LaWage

Enables employer to file W-2, L-3 and/or 1099 forms online through the Department of Revenue.

LEADERS Online Candidates

Political candidates can electronically file campaign finance reports using the Louisiana Ethics Administration Disclosure and Electronic Reporting System (LEADERS).

LEADERS Online Other Persons

Users other than candidates or PACs can electronically file campaign finance reports using the Louisiana Ethics Administration Disclosure and Electronic Reporting System (LEADERS).

LEADERS Online PACs

Political Action Committees can electronically file campaign finance reports using the Louisiana Ethics Administration Disclosure and Electronic Reporting System (LEADERS).

Legislative Auditor Career Portal

Search the Louisiana Legislative Auditor Career Portal for current job openings.

Legislative Bill Search

Search for legislative instruments filed for consideration by the Louisiana Legislature.

Licensed Professional Counselor Complaint

File a complaint online against a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed through the State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors.

Licensed Professional Counselor License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor through the State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors.

Licensed Professional Counselor License Verification

Find Licensed Professional Counselors licensed through the State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors.

Licensing-Critical & Other Incident Reporting Form

Submit a report to the Department of Children & Family Services for an incident occuring at a licensed care facility

Lieutenant Governor's Office Request Form

Request an interview or meeting with the Lieutenant Governor, or request the Lieutenant Governor's attendance at an event.

Lobbyist Online System

Register as a lobbyist or file lobbying reports with the Louisiana Board of Ethics.

Louisiana Byways

Explore the sights, sounds and tastes of Louisiana using these resources for the state's 19 scenic byways.

Louisiana Cultural Development

Learn about the customs, traditions and values of Louisiana in the areas of arts, archaeology, historic preservation, folklife and the preservation of Louisiana French.

Louisiana Laws

Search Louisiana’s Revised Statutes (i.e., laws) through the Louisiana State Legislature.

Louisiana Legislature

Watch live streams of committee and floor proceedings when the Legislature is meeting.

Louisiana Market Bulletin Subscription Online Payment

Subscribe to and renew subscriptions for the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry Market Bulletin.

Louisiana Military Department jobs

Search for state technician job openings with the Louisiana National Guard.

Louisiana Operator Certification Exam Registration

Register online for the Operator Exam required of operators of Water and Wastewater facilities certified through the Department of Health's Office of Public Health Engineering Services.

Louisiana Operator Certification Renewal

Renew your Operator Certification required of operators of Water and Wastewater facilities certified through the Department of Health's Office of Public Health Engineering Services.

Louisiana School Finder

Search for information about Louisiana schools and educational centers through the Department of Education.

Louisiana State Highway Map

The Department of Transportation & Development provides access to the official Louisiana state highway map.

Louisiana State Museum

Dive into Louisiana's deeply rich cultural history when you visit any of the nine nationally accredited state museums.

LPSC Passenger Vehicle and Driver Search

Search for vehicles and drivers registered to transportation companies regulated by the Louisiana Public Service Commission.

Marriage and Family Therapist License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist through the State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors.

Marriage and Family Therapist License Complaint

File a complaint online against a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed through the State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors.

Marriage and Family Therapist License Verification

Find Marriage and Family Therapists licensed through the State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors.

Marriage Records – All Parishes Except Orleans

The role of the Clerk of Court in each parish is to maintain and preserve the official records of the parish. Certified copies of marriage certificates can be obtained from the Clerk of Court in the parish where the marriage occurred.

Marriage Records – Orleans Parish

Find certified copies of marriage certificates which may be ordered in-person, by mail or online provided by the Louisiana Department of Health.

Marriage Records – Orleans Parish 50+ Years Ago

Search the Orleans Parish Marriage Records Index Database through the Secretary of State and order certified copies of marriage licenses for marriages that took place in Orleans Parish more than 50 years from the end of the current calendar year.

Massage Therapist License Verification

Find Massage Therapists licensed through the State Board of Massage Therapy.

Medicaid Provider Appeal

Use this form if you are a Medicaid provider requesting an appeal.

Medicaid Recipient/Applicant Appeal

Use this form if you are a Medicaid recipient or applicant requesting an appeal of a Medicaid case or application decision.

Midwife License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Licensed Midwife through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Midwife License Renewal

Renew your Licensed Midwife license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Midwife License Verification

Find Midwives licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Military Family Assistance

Apply for Military Family Assistance funding online through Veterans Affairs.

Military Family Assistance Donations

Donate to the Military Family Assistance Fund, administered by Veterans Affairs. This is funded by private donations from individuals and corporations.

Mobile Home Immobilization Status Inquiry

Check the status online to determine whether or not a mobile home is registered as a motor vehicle through the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Motor Carrier Safety Violation Payments

View and pay for Motor Carrier Safety Inspection Violations online.

Motor Vehicles Temporary Tags Registration

Request temporary tags registration at the Office of Motor Vehicles.

My Legis

Track up to 50 legislative instruments during a legislative session.

NetDMR Electronic Discharge Monitoring Reports

Allows facilities to electronically sign and submit Louisiana Pollution Elimination System discharge monitoring reports to the Department of Environmental Quality.

Notice of Vehicle Transfer

Declare a vehicle as sold, donated or traded and have the Office of Motor Vehicles record immediately flagged indicating the disposition of the vehicle.

Nurse (Licensed Practical) License Renewal

Renew your Licensed Practical Nurse license online through the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners.

Nurse (Licensed Practical) License Verification

Find Licensed Practical Nurses licensed through the State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners.

Nurse (Registered) License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Registered Nurse through the State Board of Nursing.

Nurse (Registered) License Renewal

Renew your Registered Nurse license online through the State Board of Nursing.

Nurse (Registered) License Verification

Find Registered Nurses licensed through the State Board of Nursing.

Nursery Certificate Permit Verification

Find growers of nursery stock with Nursery Certificate permits through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Nursery Stock Dealer Permit Verification

Find Nursery Stock Dealers with permits through the Department of Agriculture & Forestry Horticulture Commission.

Occupational Therapist / Assistant License Application

Apply online for licensure as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Occupational Therapist / Assistant License Renewal

Renew your Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Occupational Therapist / Assistant License Verification

Find Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Official Driving Record

Obtain an official Louisiana driving record online.

Online Incident Reporting: Spill or Release

Report an incident involving a spill or release of hazardous materials to the Department of Environmental Quality.

Operation Save-A-Life Registration

Sign up to receive free smoke alarms for vulnerable citizens and at-risk communities offered by the State Fire Marshal’s Office

Optometrist License Verification

Find Optometrists licensed through the State Board of Optometry Examiners.

Oversize/Overweight Truck Permitting

Use this portal for information regarding the management of oversize and overwieght truck permits by the Department of Transportation & Development.

Paramedic / Emergency Medical Responder License Application or Renewal

Apply online for licensure as an Emergency Medical Responder, Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic through the Louisiana Department of Health Emergency Medical Services.

Paramedic / Emergency Medical Responder License Verification

Find Emergency Medical Responders, Emergency Medical Technicians, Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians or Paramedics licensed through the Louisiana Department of Health Emergency Medical Services.

Perfusionist License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Perfusionist through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Perfusionist License Renewal

Renew your Perfusionist license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Perfusionist License Verification

Find Perfusionists licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Personalized Plate Request

Submit requests for personalized license plates at the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Pharmacist License Verification

Find Pharmacists licensed through the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy.

Physical Therapist / Assistant Complaint

File a complaint online against a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant licensed through the Physical Therapy Board.

Physical Therapist / Assistant License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant through the Physical Therapy Board.

Physical Therapist / Assistant License Verification

Find Physical Therapists or Physical Therapist Assistants licensed through the Physical Therapy Board.

Physician / Physician Assistant License Renewal

Renew your Physician/Physician Assistant license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Physician / Physician Assistant License Verification

Find Physicians and Physician Assistants licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Physician Assistant License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Physician Assistant through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Physician License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Physician through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Plan Review/Building Safety

Submit architectural plans for commercial construction/renovation, schedule annual building inspections and search for/file complaints about life safety/property protection companies and individuals licensed by the State Fire Marshal's Office

Plumber License Verification

Find Plumbers licensed through the State Plumbing Board.

Podiatrist License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Podiatrist through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Podiatrist License Renewal

Renew your Podiatry license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Podiatrist License Verification

Find Podiatrists licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Poverty Point World Heritage Site

Visit Poverty Point, Louisiana's only world heritage site, and explore the prehistoric artifacts and architecture its inhabitants left behind.

Private Investigator License Verification

Find Private Investigators licensed through the State Board of Private Security Examiners.

Private Sector Job Openings

Find openings and apply for private sector jobs across many different industries throughout the state using the Louisiana Workforce Commission’s Star Jobs tool. Star Jobs also includes information on training opportunities.

Private Water Well Testing

Requests for private water well testing can be submitted online to the Department of Health's Office of Public Health.

Professional / Occupational Licensing

Access Louisiana’s many professional and occupational licensing boards including the licensing organization's website, application materials, online search for licensed individuals, and transparency and accountability information in Louisiana Checkbook.

Propose a Beneficial Environmental Project

The Department of Environmental Quality allows users to propose beneficial environmental projects using this online form. A Beneficial Environmental Project is one that provides for environmental mitigation which the Respondent is not otherwise legally required to undertake. Anyone can propose a BEP at any time.

Psychologist (Medical) License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Medical Psychologist through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Psychologist (Medical) License Renewal

Renew your Medical Psychology license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Psychologist (Medical) License Verification

Find Medical Psychologists licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Psychologist License Verification

Find Psychologists licensed through the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.

Public Document Access

Search for documents, orders, dockets or bulletins within the Public Service Commission's database.

Public Records Request - DEQ

Browse most of the Department of Environmental Quality's public records, or make requests to obtain materials not found.

Radiologic Technologist License Renewal

Renew your Radiological Technologist license online through the State Board of Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners.

Radiologic Technologist License Verification

Find Radiological Technologists licensed through the State Board of Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners.

Radiological Technologist (Private) License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Private Radiological Technologist through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Radiological Technologist (Private) License Renewal

Renew your Private Radiological Technologist license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Radiological Technologist (Private) License Verification

Find Private Radiological Technologists licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Real Estate Agent License Verification

Find Real Estate Agent licensed through the Real Estate Commission.

Real Estate Broker License Verification

Find Real Estate Brokerage Firm/Company licensed through the Real Estate Commission.

REAL ID Checklist

Find out if you have everything you need to get a Louisiana REAL ID using an interactive checklist.

Register to Vote

Register to vote or change voter registration online via the Secretary of State's website.

Report an Incident or Complaint to DEQ

Citizens can file environmental complaints, incident reports (spill/incident release) or criminal investigation complaints with the Department of Environmental Quality.

Report Child Abuse/Neglect

Provides instructions for reporting non-emergency information related to child abuse and/or neglect via the Department of Children and Family Services

Report Medicaid Welfare Fraud

File a report if you have reason to believe someone is defrauding the Medicaid welfare program or abusing a recipient.

Reporting Fraud

Submit a complaint to the Department of Children & Family Services if you suspect a recipient is abusing public assistance (Food Stamps, Child Care, or Cash Assistance, etc.), or if you suspect a retailer is purchasing Food Stamp benefits.

Repossession Agent License Verification

Find Repossession Agents licensed through the Office of Financial Institutions.

Request to Cancel Plates

Cancel your license plates online at the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Resale Certificates

Resale Certificates are issued to wholesalers approved through the Louisiana Department of Revenue to not collect state sales taxes on items purchased for resale. Resale certificates can be validated and printed online.

Respiratory Therapist License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Respiratory Therapist through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Respiratory Therapist License Renewal

Renew your Respiratory Therapist license online through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Respiratory Therapist License Verification

Find Respiratory Therapists licensed through the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Safe Haven Directory

Use the Department of Children & Family Services portal to find the nearest Safe Haven site to relinquish custody of newborns up to 60 days old without the threat of prosecution for neglect, abandonment or child cruelty.

Salvage Yard Auto Hulk

Salvage yards can report when a vehicle is crushed using this tool from the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Sanitarian License Renewal

Renew your Sanitarian license online through the State Board of Examiners for Sanitarians.

Search Attorney General Opinions

Search for released opinions of the Attorney General.

Search for Louisiana Business Filings

Search for business entities (i.e., corporations, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, non-profit corporations, trade names, trademarks, or service marks), including information on officers, address, filing date and other basic contact information.

Second Injury Fund Payments

Online payment portal to pay into the Second Injury Fund through the Louisiana Workforce Commission.

Secretary of State Museums

Experience Louisiana's Old State Capitol, as well has nine other smaller, culturally diverse museums dotting Louisiana's landscape.

Seed Programs Online Payment Services

Renew payment for seed programs with the Department of Agriculture & Forestry.

Senate: Broadcast Archive

Access archival broadcast footage of the Louisiana Senate hearings and meetings dating from 2008.

Sign up for My DOTD

Use My DOTD to stay connected with the Department of Transportation and Development including up-to-date information on local projects, lane and road statuses and other DOTD activity.

Social Worker License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Registered Social Worker, Certified Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the State Board of Social Work Examiners.

Social Worker License Renewal

Renew your Registered Social Worker, Certified Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker license online through the State Board of Social Work Examiners.

Social Worker License Verification

Find Registered Social Workers, Certified Social Workers or Licensed Clinical Social Workers licensed through the State Board of Social Work Examiners.

SONRIS

The Louisiana Department of Natural Resources’ SONRIS (Strategic Online Natural Resources Information System) tool provides data access (e.g., oil and gas information, coastal information), document access (e.g., Office of Conservation oil/gas production cards and field orders, Office of Mineral Resources lease records), GIS access (e.g., interactive mapping) and more.

Specialized Plate Request

Submit requests for special license plates online at the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Speech-Language Pathologist Complaint

File a complaint online against an Speech-Language Pathologist.

Speech-Language Pathologist License Application

Apply online for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist through the Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology & Audiology.

Speech-Language Pathologist License Renewal

Renew your Speech-Language Pathologist license online through the Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology & Audiology.

Speech-Language Pathologist License Verification

Find Speech-Language Pathologists licensed through the Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology & Audiology.

State Government Jobs

Louisiana Jobs is an interactive recruiting site designed to help job seekers connect their passion with the mission of Louisiana State agencies. The website includes a job events calendar, mission-driven and agency specific job searches, and featured jobs.

State Library- Ask A librarian

Use the Ask A Librarian form allows users to submit reference questions to the State Library.

State Library- Search Catalog

Search the catalog of the State Library of Louisiana

State Museum-Rental Inquiry Form

The Louisiana State Museum provides the ability to rent several locations for events. Use this application form to begin the process of hosting your special event at a museum location.

State Parks Reservations

Book a cabin at one of Louisiana's 21 state parks using Culture, Recreation & Tourism's online reservation system.

Supreme Court E-Filing

Louisiana Supreme Court E-Filing allows counsel to electronically file documents with the Louisiana Supreme Court.

Supreme Court Live Stream

Live streaming of oral arguments when the Louisiana Supreme Court is in session.

Surplus Property Auctions

Access online government-surplus auctions, and see items for sale at the monthly live auction, through the Louisiana Property Assistance Agency.

Tax Refund Status

Check on the status of your individual income tax refund through the Department of Revenue's website.

Teacher Authorization Verification

Find Teacher authorizations issued through the Department of Education.

Tow/Storage Facility Junk Car Database

Tow/Storage facillites can request permission to dispose of a junk vehicle using this tool from the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Training Registration

Review and sign up for training opportunities offered by the State Fire Marshal's Office

Transportation Bid Letting

Online bidding can be submitted by businesses to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development through Bid Express.

Unemployment Claim / HIRE

Start or re-open an unemployment claim online as well as file for weekly benefits through the Louisiana Workforce Commission. Individuals are also provided assistance finding a job, creating a resume and finding training opportunities.

Utility Purchase Gas Adjustments or Fuel Adjustments

Search for adjustments made to gas or fuel utility prices within the Public Service Commission's database.

Vehicle Registration Renewal

Renew your Louisiana vehicle registration online through the Office of Motor Vehicles.

Vehicle Statement of Non-Use

Cancel the liability insurance on a vehicle that you own and will not be using on any roads or highways. Your vehicle record will immediately be updated to indicate that the vehicle will not be used on the date range indicated.

Veterans Cemeteries

Veterans Affairs operates four Veterans Cemeteries located across the state, offering a variety of burial options for veterans, spouses and dependent children. Complete the online Internment Application for consideration.

Veterans Homes

Apply online for nursing home care through Louisiana’s five state-of-the-art Veterans Homes across the state.

Veterinarian / Technician License Verification

Find Veterinarians and Veterinarian Technicians licensed through the Board of Veterinary Medicine.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor License Verification

Find Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors licensed through the Professional Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors Board of Examiners.

Weights & Measures Online Payment Services

Renew payment for weights and measures with the Department of Agriculture & Forestry.

Workers' Compensation Payments

Online payment portal to pay workers’ compensation assessment fees through the Louisiana Workforce Commission.

Workers' Compensation Records Request

Submit an online request for Workers' Compensation records.

511 Traveler System and Traffic Cameras

511 is Louisiana's official, easy-to-remember traveler information service. 511 provides continual updates about weather-related road conditions, road work, commercial vehicle restrictions, road closures, live video feeds from traffic cameras and other travel information.

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