This bill enacts R.S. 40:1257.5, which establishes regulations for transportation network companies (TNCs) to provide nonemergency medical transportation (NEMT) services for Medicaid recipients in Louisiana. The legislation declares that TNCs can play a vital role in promoting public health by facilitating access to healthcare services. It allows TNCs to connect drivers with riders through a Medicaid NEMT broker, provided they comply with rules set forth by the Louisiana Department of Health. The department is tasked with creating necessary regulations, which must be followed before TNCs can offer these services.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific requirements for TNCs and their drivers, including enrollment processes, vehicle specifications, and the completion of criminal background checks for drivers. TNCs must also be under contract with a transportation broker that is affiliated with a Medicaid managed care organization or the department itself. The bill clarifies that no emergency medical vehicles or practitioners can be used for NEMT services, ensuring that these services are distinct from emergency medical transportation.