RÉSUMÉ DIGEST ACT 511 (HB 896) 2022 Regular Session McFarland Prior law provisions regarding recoverable past medical expenses did not apply in medical malpractice claims or in suits against the state, state agencies, or political subdivisions. New law repeals prior law exception for suits against the state, state agencies, or political subdivisions. New law shall have prospective application only, for causes of action arising on or after the effective date of new law. Effective August 1, 2022. (Amends R.S. 9:2800.27(G))