Healthcare (Public Health)

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 17, 2026

HR 123: SPECIAL DAY/WEEK/MONTH: Designates April 15, 2026, as HIV and Hepatitis C Education, Prevention, and Treatment Awareness Day at the state capitol

This resolution designates April 15, 2026, as HIV and Hepatitis C Education, Prevention, and Treatment Awareness Day at the Louisiana state capitol. It also formally recognizes the Louisiana Commission on HIV and Hepatitis C Education, Prevention, and Treatment for its work in improving public health outcomes. The measure does not change laws or allocate funding but serves to honor the commission's efforts and raise awareness about these health issues among state officials.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates an awareness day for HIV and Hepatitis C, honoring a commission that improves public health outcomes and raises awareness.70% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · House May 13, 2026

HCR 110: HEALTH/WOMEN'S: Provides relative to the maternal mortality crisis in Louisiana

HCR 110 is a concurrent resolution that declares maternal mortality a public health emergency in Louisiana and urges the state Department of Health to conduct a comprehensive review of the crisis. The bill directly affects healthcare providers, hospitals, managed care organizations, and community groups by requesting they collaborate to evaluate barriers to care, such as geographic disparities and workforce shortages. Key provisions ask for an analysis of why maternal deaths are occurring, including factors like delayed prenatal care and social determinants of health, with the goal of producing recommendations to improve outcomes and strengthen accountability. This measure is non-binding and does not create new laws, but rather directs state agencies to study the issue and propose a plan to reduce preventable deaths.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill declares maternal mortality a public health emergency and urges a comprehensive review to improve care and address barriers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Women's Health

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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

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passed · Louisiana · House May 21, 2026

HR 174: DRUGS/TESTING: Requests the state surgeon general and the Louisiana Department of Health to assess the feasibility of advancing fenbendazole or similar treatments for potential human use in cancer treatment and to provide guidance on engaging federal authorities for expedited evaluation while protecting public health

This Louisiana legislative resolution directs the state Surgeon General and the Department of Health to evaluate whether fenbendazole or similar drugs could be used to treat cancer. The bill asks these health officials to determine if it is feasible to move such treatments toward human use and to seek guidance from federal agencies for a faster review process. All proposed actions must include safeguards to ensure public health remains protected during any potential advancement of these therapies. The measure focuses specifically on assessing the scientific viability and regulatory pathways for these substances rather than mandating their immediate adoption.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill seeks to explore potential new cancer treatments and expedite their evaluation, aiming to improve patient access to therapeutic options.75% confidence

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passed · Louisiana · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 384: HEALTH: Requests the Louisiana State University School of Health Sciences to conduct certain studies to identify associations between environmental risk factors and maternal health outcomes

This resolution asks the Louisiana State University School of Health Sciences to study how environmental risks affect maternal health. The study must identify connections between chemical exposures and health issues like respiratory or reproductive problems and deliver a written report by July 1, 2027. Findings will be shared with state health committees and the legislative research library to help guide future public health policies. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal request for research.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill commissions a study to identify environmental health risks for maternal health, aiming to inform and improve future public health policies.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Women's Health

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passed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 1, 2026

SR 181: HEALTH CARE: Requests the Department of Health to establish the Louisiana Tumor Registry Expansion and Data Modernization Task Force.

This Senate Resolution requests the Louisiana Department of Health to create a task force dedicated to upgrading the state's cancer data system. The proposed group will study how to modernize the Louisiana Tumor Registry by improving electronic health record sharing and enabling real-time cancer tracking. The task force will consist of eleven members from healthcare, technology, and public health sectors who will develop recommendations for better data collection and infrastructure. Their work will focus on identifying gaps in cancer care access and creating a plan for sustainable expansion of the registry. The group is required to submit its findings and any proposed laws to the Senate by February 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a task force to modernize cancer data systems and improve electronic health record sharing, directly enhancing healthcare infrastructure and data capabilities.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates modernization of cancer data systems and improves electronic health record sharing, directly advancing technology infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Data Privacy

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signed · Louisiana · House May 22, 2026

HB 962: NURSES: Provides relative to reconstitution of medications for intravenous therapy

This bill updates Louisiana law to clarify the roles of nurses in administering medications within public health clinics. It allows registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and advanced practice registered nurses to insert subcutaneous medication implants and distribute certain medications for treating sexually transmitted diseases or preventing pregnancy under physician-approved protocols. Additionally, the bill permits these licensed nurses to administer reconstituted medications for intravenous therapy when used according to the medication's labeling, while explicitly stating that this process does not constitute compounding. The changes apply specifically to nurses employed by municipal, parochial, or state-operated public health clinics and require adherence to established procedures and protocols.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands nurses' scope of practice to improve patient access to healthcare services and treatment options.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce Public Health

in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 1116: HEALTH/LDH: Provides relative to public health reviews conducted and public health guidance issued by the surgeon general

This bill establishes a formal process for the Louisiana Surgeon General to conduct public health reviews and issue guidance on health issues. It allows the Surgeon General to access medical records and health information from hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers when investigating public health concerns like disease outbreaks or health emergencies. The law requires the Office of Public Health to create procedures for requesting these reviews and mandates that all records and review conclusions remain confidential and protected from legal discovery. Additionally, the bill ensures that review findings cannot be used to discipline healthcare providers or be shared with licensing boards.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill strengthens public health infrastructure by enabling Surgeon General to conduct reviews and access records during health emergencies, improving disease outbreak response capabilities.85% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SB 36: PUBLIC HEALTH: Provides relative to vaccines. (8/1/26)

SB 36, a Louisiana bill, prohibits using food as a delivery method for mRNA vaccines and mandates detailed informed consent for all vaccinations. It requires healthcare providers to give patients specific written information about the vaccine's purpose, technology, benefits, and risks before administration. The bill also restricts when consent can be obtained, banning it within 48 hours of anesthesia, 12 hours after childbirth, or 24 hours after narcotic medication. These provisions directly affect healthcare providers and patients receiving vaccines in Louisiana.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates detailed informed consent for vaccinations, protecting patient rights by requiring specific written information about vaccine purpose, technology, benefits, and risks before administration.85% confidence

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 737: VACCINES/VACCINATION: Provides relative to the requirement that certain students present evidence of immunization against meningococcal disease as a condition of school entry

HB 737 removes the requirement for students to provide proof of meningococcal disease vaccination when entering certain schools or colleges. It directly affects students entering school for the first time, sixth grade, or postsecondary institutions. The bill amends Louisiana law by deleting specific mandates for meningococcal vaccination while keeping other required immunizations (like measles and polio) on the school entry schedule.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRemoves mandatory meningococcal vaccination requirement for school entry, reducing public health enforcement. Aligns with 'oppose' criteria of limiting health mandates.90% confidence

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