NEW ORLEANS – A New Orleans woman who owns a flower shop is challenging a
state law that requires retail florists to pass a licensing exam.
Monique Chauvin and 2 of her employees at Mitch’s Flowers filed a federal
lawsuit Tuesday against Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain and other
members of the state Horticulture Commission.
Louisiana is believed to be the only state in the nation that requires retail
florists to pass a licensing exam.
Chauvin claims the licensing exam is overly subjective and is administered by
florists who have an interest in reducing competition.
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