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passed both · Louisiana · House Jun 5, 2026

HCR 120: INSURANCE: Creates the PACE Task Force to prioritize access, care, and education on GLP-1 medications

HCR 120 establishes the PACE Task Force to study GLP-1 medications, which are drugs used for diabetes and weight loss that have seen a massive increase in demand and cost in Louisiana. This concurrent resolution directs the task force to investigate how these drugs affect insurance premiums, accessibility for different income groups, and the long-term financial impact on both public and private insurers. The group will consist of representatives from state agencies, health plans, and medical providers, who will meet to analyze pricing differences between diabetes and weight loss uses before submitting their findings to the legislature by February 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a task force to study GLP-1 access and costs, aiming to improve patient access and insurance affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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passed both · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SCR 70: CONGRESS: Memorializes Congress and the administration of United States President Donald Trump to pass the Major Richard Star Act.

This Louisiana concurrent resolution asks the U.S. Congress and the Trump administration to pass the Major Richard Star Act, which aims to help combat-wounded service members who have been medically retired. The bill seeks to remove a current rule that reduces military retirement pay by the same amount as disability compensation from the Veterans Affairs, allowing veterans to keep both benefits in full. Although the resolution expresses strong support for this change, it is a formal request rather than a law that directly alters federal policy itself.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill seeks to allow veterans to receive both full retirement pay and disability compensation, protecting their financial access to healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill seeks to remove restrictions preventing veterans from receiving both full retirement pay and disability compensation, directly expanding benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Healthcare

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passed both · Louisiana · House May 21, 2026

HCR 88: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes April 28, 2026, as Nurses Day and May 6 through May 12, 2026, as National Nurses Week in Louisiana

This bill designates April 28, 2026, as Nurses Day and May 6 through May 12, 2026, as National Nurses Week in Louisiana. It directly affects the over 66,000 registered nurses licensed in the state by officially recognizing their contributions to healthcare. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of the nursing profession's role in promoting ethical care and supporting public health initiatives. No changes to laws, funding, or regulations are made; the measure is purely commemorative.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill formally recognizes nurses' contributions to healthcare and public health, strengthening professional acknowledgment without restricting or defunding services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Louisiana · House May 28, 2026

HR 267: HEALTH: Requests the Louisiana Department of Health to study prevention and reduction of diabetes-related amputations

This resolution directs the Louisiana Department of Health to partner with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and other experts to study how to prevent and reduce diabetes-related amputations in the state. The study will examine current amputation rates, associated healthcare costs, and evidence-based strategies such as early detection, improved patient education, and expanded access to limb-saving treatments. A specialized workgroup of medical professionals and community members will guide the research, with findings and policy recommendations due to the legislature by December 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directs study on preventing diabetes amputations, improving access to limb-saving treatments, and reducing healthcare costs.90% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 321: DOMESTIC ABUSE: Requests the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice to receive input, feedback, and suggestions relative to uniform protocols for examinations for survivors of domestic violence

This resolution asks the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice to study how forensic medical exams for domestic violence survivors are currently handled across the state. The goal is to create consistent rules for these exams so that victims in rural areas receive the same care and evidence collection standards as those in cities. The commission will also look into making the payment process for these specialized medical services clearer and more reliable. To help with this study, the commission is invited to gather input from various groups, including hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and domestic violence advocates. Finally, the commission must submit its findings and suggestions to the legislature by June 2027.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes uniform protocols for forensic exams of domestic violence survivors, improving evidence collection standards and victim care across the state.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill seeks to standardize forensic medical exams for domestic violence survivors, improving access to consistent care and evidence collection standards across the state.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Law Enforcement

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passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SR 160: MALPRACTICE: Creates the Louisiana Medical Malpractice Task Force

This bill establishes the Louisiana Medical Malpractice Task Force to examine ways to improve the state's medical review panel process. The group will evaluate the current system's complexity and consider adopting merit-based screening methods used in other states to handle medical malpractice claims more efficiently. The task force includes representatives from hospitals, medical societies, legal organizations, and patient advocacy groups, who will meet without pay to study the issue and submit a report with recommendations by March 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a task force to improve medical malpractice processes, aiming to enhance patient rights and system efficiency.85% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · House May 21, 2026

HR 280: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates May 18, 2026, as Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day in Louisiana

This Louisiana resolution designates Monday, May 18, 2026, as Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day to highlight a serious intestinal disease that primarily affects premature and medically fragile infants. The bill aims to raise public understanding of NEC, a condition that can cause severe tissue damage, requires expensive treatment, and often results in long-term complications for survivors. By encouraging citizens to support awareness initiatives, the legislation seeks to promote education about preventative measures and the need for more research into the disease.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes public awareness of a serious medical condition to improve understanding and support for affected patients.75% confidence

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passed both · Louisiana · Senate May 11, 2026

SCR 49: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Recognizes May as National Mental Health Awareness Month.

This bill designates May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Louisiana to raise public attention on the state's mental health challenges. It calls on residents, organizations, healthcare providers, and government officials to advocate for policies that improve access to high-quality mental health and substance use care. The resolution highlights the urgent need for such services by citing statistics on mental health shortages, high rates of illness among youth, and the significant financial burden of mental health issues on Louisiana families. By promoting awareness and policy support, the bill aims to help Louisiana residents live longer, healthier, and more productive lives.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates Mental Health Awareness Month to raise public attention and advocate for improved access to mental health services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · Louisiana · House May 5, 2026

HB 1217: HEALTH: Provides with respect to pharmacy benefit managers

This bill strengthens oversight of pharmacy benefit managers in Louisiana by establishing a $1 million civil penalty for violations of the law. It creates a new state fund to finance a transparency portal that publishes manager data, a restitution system for harmed individuals, and grants to support independent and rural pharmacies. The legislation also authorizes money from this fund to help consumers navigate prescription drug benefits and aims to lower drug costs for residents.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens pharmacy oversight, creates a transparency portal, funds rural pharmacies, and aims to lower drug costs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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signed · Louisiana · House Jun 23, 2026

HB 1182: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS: Provides relative to the rules governing Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants

This bill updates the rules for licensing occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in Louisiana. It requires applicants to pass a national certification exam administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and establishes specific fees for applying for and renewing licenses. The legislation also creates several pathways to waive the exam requirement, including for those already certified before the law takes effect, those licensed in other states with equivalent standards, state employees in specific therapy roles, and graduates of member nations of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Additionally, it exempts therapists working in state facilities or agencies from continuing education requirements and clarifies the professional titles and abbreviations that licensed individuals may use.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes licensing rules and exam requirements for occupational therapists, protecting patient care standards and professional qualifications.90% confidence