Senate Bill No. 197, introduced by Senator Boudreaux, aims to repeal the termination date of the Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council, which is currently set to expire on August 1, 2025. The council, composed of 17 members, is responsible for studying and making recommendations regarding the availability of patient-centered and family-focused palliative care in Louisiana. By removing the termination date, the bill ensures the council can continue its work without the pressure of an impending dissolution.

The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or, if not signed, after the designated time for bills to become law without signature. If the governor vetoes the bill and it is later approved by the legislature, it will become effective the day after that approval. The proposed law specifically repeals R.S. 40:2018.7(G), which outlines the council's termination date.

Statutes affected:
SB17 Original: 40:7(G)
SB17 Engrossed: 40:7(G)