This bill amends and reenacts specific provisions of Louisiana's emergency preparedness regulations for nursing homes, specifically R.S. 40:2009.25(C)(9), (D)(9), and (E)(10). The amendments focus on the process by which the Louisiana Department of Health reviews and approves nursing home emergency preparedness plans. The bill stipulates that upon receiving an updated plan, the department must confirm that all required changes have been made. If the necessary revisions are not incorporated, the department will issue a rejection letter, and the nursing home may face consequences regarding its license.

Notably, the bill modifies the language concerning licensing actions. It removes the previous prohibition against issuing or renewing licenses for nursing homes with rejected plans and replaces it with a provision that allows the department to revoke or deny renewal of a license under such circumstances. Additionally, the bill mandates that the department must issue either an approval or rejection letter by May 15th each year, ensuring timely communication regarding the status of emergency preparedness plans.

Statutes affected:
HB123 Original: 40:25(C)(9)
HB123 Engrossed: 40:25(C)(9)
HB123 Enrolled: 40:25(C)(9)
HB123 Act : 40:25(C)(9)