HEALTH: Requests a study by the Louisiana Department of Health and legislative auditor regarding nongovernmental entities (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

This bill directs the Louisiana Department of Health and the state legislative auditor to conduct a study on the department's relationships with outside groups such as nonprofits, foundations, and professional associations. The study aims to inventory these connections, which include providing policy advice, training, and technical assistance, even when no money changes hands directly. By defining these interactions as "covered-entity relationships," the bill seeks to help the legislature understand the scope and influence of these advisory ties on state operations. The report must detail the services provided and any model policies or guidance documents adopted by the department from these external sources.