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LA HB193

LA HB193
Provides for the membership of the Sickle Cell Commission


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Introduced
02/18/2026
In Committee
03/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 40:1125.1(B)(1)(introductory paragraph) and (2) and to repeal R.S. 40:1125.1(B)(1)(d) through (h) and (10), relative to the Louisiana Sickle Cell Commission; to provide for the mem

AI Summary

This bill modifies the membership of the Louisiana Sickle Cell Commission by changing how members are appointed and by adding specific individuals to the commission. Previously, thirteen members were appointed by the governor with Senate confirmation, and two of those members had specific roles. This bill amends the law to state that certain individuals will now be members of the commission, including the secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health or their designee, the Medicaid director of the Louisiana Department of Health or their designee, and the executive directors of several named sickle cell organizations across Louisiana. Additionally, the bill repeals provisions related to certain previously appointed members, effectively removing them from the commission's structure.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare. (on 03/09/2026)

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