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Introduced
04/02/2024
04/02/2024
In Committee
05/15/2024
05/15/2024
Crossed Over
05/01/2024
05/01/2024
Passed
05/31/2024
05/31/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/19/2024
06/19/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact Part VIII of Chapter 5-G of Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to
AI Summary
This bill enacts the "Hope for Louisiana Patients Law" in Louisiana, which allows eligible patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses to access individualized investigational drugs, biological products, or devices that are tailored to their genetic profile. The bill defines the requirements for an "eligible patient" and an "eligible facility" that can provide these treatments. It also outlines provisions related to coverage, liability, and prohibitions on actions against healthcare providers. Overall, the bill aims to expand access to experimental treatments for patients with limited options.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Mark Wright (R)*,
Stephanie Berault (R),
Raymond Crews (R),
Peter Egan (R),
Jay Gallé (R),
Brach Myers (R),
Last Action
Effective date: 08/01/2024. (on 06/19/2024)
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