The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part of the
legislative instrument, were prepared by Senate Legislative Services. The keyword,
summary, and digest do not constitute part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative
intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
DIGEST
SB 102 Original 2025 Regular Session Allain
Proposed law provides for legislative intent regarding maternal care deserts and the role of the La.
Dept. of Health in ensuring access to obstetric care.
Proposed law requires the La. Dept. of Health to ensure that obstetric services are available
throughout the state and that no more than 30 miles exists between each obstetric provider.
Proposed law requires the La. Dept. of Health to utilize Medicaid funds to provide funding for
hospitals to provide obstetric services at hospitals or satellite clinics.
Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds R.S. 40:1124.3)