1. A. Each state entity shall assess a state charge for each payment transaction a payment card is accepted.
2. B. The state charge will be classified by the state entity into a fund designated by the treasurer. Each card issuer will provide to the treasurer and the entity a monthly billing detailing the amount of charges by merchant name and merchant account number. The entity will review the monthly billing and pay the invoice from the fund pursuant to an appropriation for this purpose by the legislature.
3. C. Each state entity will review the monthly billings and resolve discrepancies directly with the card provider(s).

Authority Note

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 49:316.1.

Historical Note

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Treasury, LR 27:737 (May 2001), repromulgated LR 29:196 (February 2003).