House Bill No. 265, introduced by Representative Amedee, aims to establish regulations regarding the description of benefits, products, and services provided by governmental entities in Louisiana. The bill enacts a new section, R.S. 49:186, which explicitly prohibits any state institution, board, commission, department, agency, official, or employee from using the term "free" when describing benefits, products, or services that are financed with public funds.

This legislation seeks to ensure transparency and clarity in the communication of government-funded offerings, preventing any potential misconceptions about the nature of these benefits. By restricting the use of the term "free," the bill aims to promote a better understanding of how public resources are utilized and to avoid misleading the public regarding the costs associated with government services.