The bill, introduced by Senator Barrow, enacts Part XII-A of Chapter 5-B of Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, specifically R.S. 40:1124.1, which establishes a new policy regarding prenatal and postpartum health screenings. It mandates that healthcare providers who offer prenatal and postpartum care must screen women for signs and symptoms of hypertension and preeclampsia using a validated screening tool. This requirement is contingent upon the provider's professional medical judgment, allowing them to determine if such screenings are in the best interest of their patients.

The new section is titled "PART XII-A. PERINATAL PHYSICAL HEALTH POLICY" and emphasizes the importance of early detection of health disorders during the perinatal period. The bill is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or, if not signed, after the designated time for bills to become law without signature, as outlined in the Louisiana Constitution. If the governor vetoes the bill but it is later approved by the legislature, it will become effective the day after that approval.