Healthcare

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 8, 2026

HB 895: HEALTH/MEDICAL TREATMENT: Provides relative to the treatment of sexual assault survivors by hospitals and healthcare providers (EN NO IMPACT See Note)

HB 895 requires Louisiana hospitals and healthcare providers to offer sexual assault survivors specific medical treatments without undue delay. It mandates that providers make emergency contraception available and provide at least a three-day supply of HIV/STI prevention medication when medically needed, alongside private examinations adapted to each survivor's needs. The bill also requires hospitals to offer a survivor advocate (with confidential communications) during forensic exams, with the survivor's consent. This directly affects sexual assault survivors receiving emergency medical care in Louisiana hospitals.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates emergency contraception, HIV/STI meds, and survivor advocates for sexual assault care, enhancing patient access and rights in healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

passed · Louisiana · House Apr 1, 2026

HB 919: INSURANCE/HEALTH: Provides relative to pharmacy benefit managers (RE +$238,163 SG EX See Note)

HB 919 requires pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in Louisiana to reimburse pharmacies at least the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) plus the state's professional dispensing fee per prescription, with a minimum $12 per prescription. It prohibits PBMs from owning or contracting with pharmacies (including subsidiaries) and mandates annual transparency reports detailing foreign subsidiaries and financial arrangements with drug manufacturers. PBMs violating these rules face fines up to $100,000 per violation for executives, with unlimited liability for large PBMs ($500M+ revenue). The law applies retroactively to prescriptions filled between January 1, 2025, and December 1, 2025, and becomes fully effective for new requirements in 2027. These provisions directly affect pharmacies, pharmacists, and PBMs operating in Louisiana.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires fair PBM reimbursement to pharmacies, prevents conflicts of interest, and mandates transparency to ensure medication access and affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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signed · Louisiana · Senate May 15, 2026

SB 195: HEALTH CARE: Provides relative to the administration of medications. (8/1/26)

SB 195, the "Danny's Dose EMS Treatment Act," allows licensed EMTs, advanced EMTs, and paramedics to administer a patient's own time-critical prescription medications during emergencies. It specifically applies to patients with rare diseases, chronic illnesses, or special medical needs who request it, using only intranasal, intravenous, or intramuscular medications. The bill establishes commission protocols for this practice and grants immunity from liability for EMTs unless gross negligence occurs. This directly affects emergency medical personnel and patients requiring immediate access to their prescribed medications outside standard hospital settings.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllows EMTs to administer patients' own critical meds in emergencies, improving access for chronic/special needs patients without new prescriptions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

in committee · Louisiana · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SB 381: HEALTH/ACC INSURANCE: Provides for pharmacy benefit managers. (gov sig)

SB 381 (Louisiana) regulates pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) by requiring them to pass all drug manufacturer rebates directly to health plans as lower premiums or reduced patient costs, rather than keeping them. It prohibits PBMs from withholding rebates to exclude generic or cheaper drugs from formularies and bans requiring patients to use more expensive brand-name drugs when cheaper alternatives exist. The bill also mandates a 60-day transition period for patients when a drug is removed from a formulary, ensuring continuity of care during plan changes. These provisions directly affect PBMs, health insurers, pharmacies, and patients in Louisiana by increasing transparency and reducing out-of-pocket costs. The bill is pending legislative action as of its prefiling date.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires PBMs to pass rebates to lower premiums/patient costs, prohibits exclusion of cheaper drugs, and bans forcing expensive brands over generics - improving affordability and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Prescription Drugs

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in committee · Louisiana · Senate Mar 9, 2026

SB 245: MENTAL HEALTH: Provides relative to treatments for veterans. (8/1/26) (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

SB 245 requires the Louisiana Department of Health to create a comprehensive veteran suicide prevention plan by January 1, 2027. The plan must connect veterans to ongoing, barrier-free mental health care and use non-traditional methods to rapidly address PTSD symptoms. It directly affects Louisiana veterans by mandating a state-led strategy focused on preventing suicide through collaborative, accessible services. The bill does not change existing laws but sets a deadline for the Department of Health to develop this specific prevention framework.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates state plan for veteran mental health access and suicide prevention, expanding barrier-free care services per bill's requirements.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates state suicide prevention plan with barrier-free mental health care for veterans, directly advancing healthcare access per bill's requirement for comprehensive veteran mental health strategy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Louisiana · House Apr 27, 2026

HB 884: CRIMINAL/VICTIMS: Provides relative to survivors of sexually-oriented criminal offenses

HB 884 creates a Louisiana Sexual Assault Oversight Commission within the Department of Justice, requiring it to include a member with expertise in forensic medical exams for sexual assault victims. The bill mandates the Louisiana State Police Crime Laboratory to report by March 1, 2015, on untested sexual assault kits and agencies failing to submit required reports, while defining key terms like "forensic medical examination." It also requires all licensed hospitals and healthcare providers to inform sexual assault survivors about treatment options and follow specific care procedures. This bill directly affects sexual assault survivors, healthcare providers, and criminal justice agencies by improving oversight, reporting transparency, and access to care for victims.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates Sexual Assault Oversight Commission, mandates untested kit reporting, and requires healthcare compliance to improve victim support and system accountability in criminal justice.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires healthcare providers to conduct forensic medical exams for sexual assault victims, ensuring medical care access and protecting patient rights in victim treatment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Victims' Rights Violent Crime

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 197: HEALTH CARE/PROVIDERS: Provides for the use of artificial intelligence by healthcare providers

HB 197 establishes rules for Louisiana healthcare providers using artificial intelligence (AI). It allows AI for administrative tasks like scheduling, billing, and analyzing de-identified patient data, but prohibits AI from making treatment decisions, interacting directly with patients, or creating therapy plans without review by a licensed healthcare professional. Violations can result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per incident, with the Louisiana Department of Health empowered to investigate complaints and enforce rules. The bill directly affects all healthcare providers licensed in Louisiana who use AI tools in their practice.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits AI from making treatment decisions without human review, protecting patient safety and aligning with healthcare protection indicators.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts AI from making treatment decisions or interacting with patients, prohibiting autonomous clinical use in healthcare, aligning with regulatory oversight stance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Louisiana · House Mar 9, 2026

HB 277: DRUGS/PRESCRIPTION: Requires educational or marketing materials for prescription drugs directed to healthcare providers to include price information (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

HB 277 requires drug manufacturers and marketers to include specific price information in educational or promotional materials provided to healthcare providers. The bill mandates that these materials disclose the average wholesale cost for a 30-day supply (or adjusted duration for shorter treatments) and whether a biosimilar or generic alternative exists for the same condition. This directly affects pharmaceutical companies and marketing entities targeting doctors. Violations would be enforced under Louisiana’s consumer protection laws, but the bill does not regulate actual drug prices or require discounts.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires price transparency for prescription drugs to healthcare providers, enabling informed decisions about cost-effective treatments and alternatives, aligning with improved patient access and cost management in healthcare.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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signed · Louisiana · Senate Jun 12, 2026

SB 387: HEALTH/ACC INSURANCE: Provides relative to pharmacy benefit managers. (1/1/27) (EN INCREASE SG EX See Note)

SB 387 amends Louisiana law to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), directly affecting PBMs, local pharmacies, health insurers, and patients. It establishes new definitions (like "Maximum Allowable Cost List" and "Effective rate pricing"), requires PBMs to provide transparent compensation and services to enrollees and providers, and creates a private right to sue for violations. The bill also mandates audits of PBM practices, sets penalties for noncompliance, and repeals outdated provisions. These changes aim to increase transparency and accountability in how PBMs handle prescription drug pricing and reimbursements within Louisiana.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRegulates PBMs for transparency, patient protections, and private right to sue - directly advancing patient access and rights in pharmacy insurance coverage.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

signed · Louisiana · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 732: MTR VEHICLE/OFFICE: Provides for a temporary waiver of fees for final delinquent debt based on special circumstances (EN DECREASE SG RV See Note)

HB 732 allows Louisiana's Motor Vehicle Office to temporarily waive outstanding fees, fines, or license suspensions for up to 30 days when a person needs immediate access to life-sustaining medical treatment due to a life-threatening condition. It directly affects individuals with delinquent debt to the Motor Vehicle Office who provide documentation from a licensed physician or medical provider verifying the emergency. The bill requires the office to issue a written decision for each waiver and specifies that the temporary suspension does not forgive the underlying debt, though the commissioner may still reduce or eliminate the obligation at their discretion. This change takes effect upon gubernatorial approval or legislative override of a veto.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill waives vehicle fees to enable immediate access to life-sustaining medical treatment, directly improving patient access for emergency healthcare needs.85% confidence