RS 37:2441: Registration and licensing required

A. Any person engaging in the practice of selling and fitting of any type of hearing aid, as defined in R.S. 37:2442, shall be registered and licensed by the Louisiana Board for Hearing Aid Dealers.

B. The provisions of this Section are enacted to:

(1) Protect the public.

(2) Aid the Department of Revenue in collecting sales taxes on labor, on retail prices of hearing aids, and on material used in the repair, service, and maintenance of hearing aids.

(3) Provide an adequate supply of licensed hearing aid dealers throughout the state to serve as sponsors for applicants seeking temporary training permits pursuant to R.S. 37:2449.