The bill amends various sections of Louisiana law to rename the "Traumatic Head and Spinal Cord Injury Trust Fund" to the "Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Trust Fund." This change is reflected in multiple sections, including R.S. 36:258(F), R.S. 36:259(F)(1), and R.S. 46:2631, among others. The bill outlines the purposes and uses of the fund, which is designed to support rehabilitation programs for individuals with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries. It specifies that the fund will be financed through additional fees imposed on motor vehicle violations, such as driving under the influence and reckless operation.

Additionally, the bill establishes the Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Trust Fund Advisory Board, which will consist of thirteen members, including representatives from advocacy organizations and survivors of traumatic brain injuries. The board will advise the Louisiana Department of Health on the administration of the fund. The bill also details the criteria for expenditures from the fund, which are intended to cover care and supportive services for individuals with these injuries, ensuring that funds are utilized effectively to assist Louisiana citizens in their recovery and rehabilitation. The effective date for the changes is set for February 1, 2025, with certain provisions contingent upon future legislative actions.

Statutes affected:
SB11 Original: 36:258(F), 36:259(F)(1), 46:2632(1), 46:2633(A), 46:2634(A), 46:2634(B), 46:2634(B)(2), 46:2635(A)
SB11 Engrossed: 36:258(F), 36:259(F)(1), 46:2632(1), 46:2633(A), 46:2634(A), 46:2634(B), 46:2634(B)(2), 46:2635(A)
SB11 Enrolled: 36:258(F), 36:259(F)(1), 46:2632(1), 46:2633(A), 46:2634(A), 46:2634(B), 46:2634(B)(2), 46:2635(A)
SB11 Act 278: 36:258(F), 36:259(F)(1), 46:2632(1), 46:2633(A), 46:2634(A), 46:2634(B), 46:2634(B)(2), 46:2635(A)