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42:1112C provides that a Disqualification Plan may be submitted to the BOE for approval to avoid <br /> a potential violation. A Disqualification has been filed. <br /> PROPOSED DISQUALILFICATION PLAN <br /> Ms. Olivia has and will continue to be disqualified from any and all appointing authority duties <br /> regarding the employment of Mr. Durkin. These duties include but are not limited to pay, <br /> performance evaluation, promotion, decisions and/or approvals that may involve a potential <br /> substantial economic interest for Mr. Durkin. All such duties are the responsibility of his <br /> Appointing Authority, Christopher Kirby. <br /> CONCLUSION <br /> The Board concluded, and instructed me to inform you, the Code does not prohibit the continued <br /> employment of John Durkin while his Courtney Olivia serves as the Disability Determinations <br /> Manager. Further, the proposed disqualification plan is approved, as it is sufficient to prevent <br /> violations under La. R.S. 42:111213(l) of the Code and meets the Board's requirements pursuant <br /> to Louisiana Administrative Code Title 52, Chapter 14, Section 1402. <br /> Changes to the facts as presented may result in a different application of the provisions of the <br /> Louisiana Code of Governmental Ethics. The Board issues no opinion as to past conduct or as to <br /> laws other than the Louisiana Code of Governmental Ethics, the Campaign Finance Disclosure <br /> Act,the Lobbyist Disclosure Acts,and the conflict of interest provisions contained in the Louisiana <br /> Gaming Control Law. <br /> If you have any questions, please contact me at (800) 842-6630 or(225) 219-5600. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> LOUISIAN BOARD OF ETHICS <br /> Vth4 Calmes <br /> or the Board <br /> Page 3 of 3 (BD 2025-762) <br />