RS 26:904

§904. Permit terms A. Except as otherwise provided in this Section, each permit shall be valid for the designated time period unless suspended or revoked. The commissioner may issue permits which are valid for two years to applicants in good standing with the office of alcohol and tobacco control. B. To provide for the even distribution of the expiration and renewal of tobacco product permits, the commissioner may establish by administrative rule a system by which the expiration dates of the permits are staggered throughout the year. Permits issued may vary in length from six months to twenty-four months. The fee for the permits shall be apportioned to comply with the yearly fee established in this Chapter. C. Prior to issuing any permits valid for more than one year, the commissioner shall promulgate rules in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to provide the requirements, qualifications, and conduct which constitutes "good standing" for purposes of qualifying for a two-year permit. D. An exporter license issued pursuant to R.S. 26:902(2)(b) shall remain in effect for a period of one year. Acts 1997, No. 1370, §2, eff. Oct. 1, 1997; Acts 2011, No. 259, §1; Acts 2012, No. 143, §1; Acts 2013, No. 221, §2.