Louisiana 2021 Regular Session

Louisiana Senate Bill SR95

Introduced
5/13/21  
Introduced
5/13/21  
Refer
5/17/21  
Refer
5/17/21  
Report Pass
5/19/21  
Report Pass
5/19/21  
Passed
5/20/21  

Caption

Requests the Department of Insurance to create a task force to study best practices for coverage of long-term supports and services.

Impact

The creation of this task force has implications for Louisiana's existing laws and regulations surrounding long-term care. By focusing on best practices, the resolution could pave the way for improved coverage options and potentially influence future health policy in the state. It aligns with national shifts toward better understanding and addressing the long-term care needs of aging populations, reflecting a proactive approach to mitigate financial distress and improve care accessibility issues within the state.

Summary

Senate Resolution 95 (SR95) requests the Louisiana Department of Insurance to create a task force dedicated to studying best practices for coverage of long-term supports and services. This initiative aims to enhance public understanding of the increasing need for long-term care among older adults, particularly as they age. The resolution underscores the financial strains associated with these services, which often lead individuals and families to forgo necessary care due to high costs. The task force is expected to report its findings, contributing to the legislative discussion regarding long-term care policies in Louisiana.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SR95 appears to be generally supportive, given its acknowledgment of the pressing needs of older adults requiring long-term care. Proponents likely see the establishment of a task force as a positive step toward addressing these concerns. However, there is recognition that the effectiveness of the task force's findings and recommendations will depend on active engagement from stakeholders and the willingness of state legislators to implement changes based on those findings.

Contention

There may be points of contention regarding the task force's makeup and its resultant recommendations. Ensuring that the task force includes diverse stakeholders—such as representatives from the healthcare industry, advocacy groups, and consumers—is crucial for its success. Potential debates could arise over differing perspectives on how best to balance the costs of long-term care with the need for comprehensive coverage, as well as the inclusion of consumer voices in the decision-making process.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

LA SR23

Establishes a task force to study and report on Medicaid managed care for individuals receiving long-term supports and services.

LA SR97

Requests the Department of Insurance to create a task force to study the causes of infertility in women and mandating insurance coverage of fertility treatments for women.

LA SR60

Requests the Department of Insurance to create a task force to study the causes of infertility in women and mandating insurance coverage of fertility treatments for women.

LA HJR100

A JOINT RESOLUTION directing the Department of Insurance to create a task force to explore the feasibility of implementing a statewide insurance program for long-term care services and supports.

LA SCR56

Requests the Department of Children and Family Services to create the "Task Force on Protecting Children from Exposure to Pornography".

LA SR224

Requests the Department of Revenue to create the Louisiana Retail Food and Beverage E-Commerce Task Force.

LA SR242

Creates a task force to study the implementation and funding of mental health courts in Senate District No. 34.

LA SCR32

Re-creates and continues the work of the task force to study and make recommendations concerning health services delivery and financing in the Baton Rouge region.

LA HCR124

Creates a task force to study the benefits of mandatory liability insurance coverage for owners of firearms

LA AB911

Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Benefit Task Force.

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