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LA SB242
LA SB242Provides relative to home health licensure by the Louisiana Department of Health. (8/1/26)
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Introduced
02/26/2026
02/26/2026
In Committee
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 40:2116.31(B)(5) and 2116.32(C)(6), relative to home health licensure by the Louisiana Department of Health; to provide for definitions; to provide for licensing of home health agencies; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Louisiana law to clarify definitions and requirements related to home health agencies licensed by the Louisiana Department of Health. Specifically, it updates the definition of "home health aide services" to include semi-skilled assistance with daily living activities for patients needing help in at least two areas, along with vital sign monitoring and reporting to a healthcare professional under a care plan, requiring a clinical note for each visit. The bill also modifies the licensing process for home health agencies, requiring applicants to disclose in writing any financial or familial relationships with other entities providing home healthcare services within the state.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare. (on 03/09/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=SB242&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1445759 |
| Analysis - Digest of SB242 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1445767 |
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