The proposed legislation, known as "The Louisiana Support and Service Animal Integrity Act," aims to establish clear guidelines and regulations regarding support animals and service dogs in Louisiana. It introduces definitions for key terms such as "disability," "healthcare provider," and "support animal," while emphasizing the importance of a therapeutic relationship between healthcare providers and individuals seeking support animals. The Act mandates that healthcare providers must meet specific criteria before issuing documentation for support animals, including conducting a disability assessment and maintaining a therapeutic relationship for at least thirty days prior to documentation.

Additionally, the Act imposes penalties for misrepresentations related to support animals and service dogs, including fines for individuals or businesses that violate its provisions. It requires sellers of support animals to provide written notices to buyers, clarifying that the animals do not have the same rights as service dogs. The legislation also includes exceptions to ensure that it does not interfere with existing federal or state laws regarding reasonable accommodations and equal access to housing for individuals with disabilities.