HEALTH/WOMEN'S: Provides relative to pregnancy-related service centers (OR +$643,678 GF EX See Note)

HB 611 requires pregnancy help centers in Louisiana providing healthcare services - such as pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, or medical counseling - to obtain a license from the Louisiana Department of Health. Centers offering only non-medical services (like peer counseling or religious support) are exempt from licensing. The bill sets standards comparable to outpatient healthcare facilities, including staff qualifications, infection control, and client confidentiality, with enforcement through inspections and fines up to $5,000 per day for unlicensed operation. It explicitly does not require abortion services, regulate religious activities, or restrict non-healthcare-related speech.