This policy outlines McNeese State University’s compliance with Louisiana ethics laws regarding nepotism.
McNeese State University adheres to the Code of Governmental Ethics on Nepotism as outlined in Louisiana Revised Statute 42:1119. Additionally, Part Two, Chapter III, Section IX of University of Louisiana System Board Rules permits the employment of individuals from the same economic unit or immediate family when allowed by law.
Under Louisiana Revised Statute 42:1102, “immediate family” includes:
The University follows the definitions and interpretations provided by the Code of Governmental Ethics (Louisiana R.S. 42:1102) and the Louisiana Board of Ethics regarding economic unit, immediate family, and related terms.
However, employees who are immediate family members may not be hired or assigned in positions where:
This policy is distributed via the University Policies webpage.