The bill amends various sections of Louisiana law related to the Louisiana Tumor Registry, updating definitions, powers, and duties associated with the registry and its advisory board. Key changes include the replacement of references to the "Louisiana Cancer and Lung Trust Fund" with the "Louisiana Cancer Advisory Board" in multiple sections, including those outlining the board's composition and responsibilities. The bill also introduces a new definition for "Tumor registry," "Cancer registry program," and "statewide registry program," which specifically refers to the Louisiana Tumor Registry. Additionally, it establishes requirements for hospitals and healthcare providers to report cancer cases and share patient data with the registry, enhancing the state's cancer surveillance efforts.

Furthermore, the bill repeals R.S. 40:1105.11, which may have previously outlined certain provisions related to the cancer registry. It also modifies the income tax checkoff system, allowing taxpayers to donate their tax refunds to the Louisiana Cancer Advisory Board for cancer research and prevention efforts. The changes aim to streamline the operations of the Louisiana Tumor Registry and improve the state's capacity to combat cancer through better data collection and resource allocation.

Statutes affected:
SB342 Original: 40:3(A), 40:5(4), 40:1(1), 40:3(4), 40:1(D)(1), 40:9(A)(1), 40:12(F)(4), 40:13(C)
SB342 Engrossed: 40:3(A), 40:5(4), 40:1(1), 40:3(4), 40:1(D)(1), 40:9(A)(1), 40:12(F)(4), 40:13(C)
SB342 Reengrossed: 40:3(A), 40:5(4), 40:1(1), 40:3(4), 40:1(D)(1), 40:9(A)(1), 40:12(F)(4), 40:13(C)
SB342 Enrolled: 40:3(A), 40:5(4), 40:1(1), 40:3(4), 40:1(D)(1), 40:9(A)(1), 40:12(F)(4), 40:13(C)
SB342 Act 404: 40:3(A), 40:5(4), 40:1(1), 40:3(4), 40:1(D)(1), 40:9(A)(1), 40:12(F)(4), 40:13(C)