The resolution establishes a task force in Louisiana to study the implementation and impact of the Family Connects model of postpartum newborn nurse home visiting. This initiative aims to develop policy and funding recommendations to enhance access to these services, which have shown success in improving health outcomes for mothers and infants. The task force will consist of various stakeholders, including representatives from the Louisiana Medicaid program, the Department of Health, and other relevant organizations. It will review existing programs, evaluate their effectiveness, and explore Medicaid and private insurance coverage for such services in other states.

The task force is tasked with gathering data, defining the scope of services, and recommending reimbursement structures for postpartum nurse home visiting programs. It is required to produce a draft report with preliminary recommendations by January 31, 2025, and a final report by February 28, 2025, which will be submitted to the Louisiana Legislature. The resolution emphasizes the importance of increasing access to these services to improve health outcomes and reduce costs associated with maternal and infant care in Louisiana, where current home visiting programs reach only a small percentage of births.