House Bill No. [insert number] amends various sections of Louisiana law to enhance the benefits and protections for members of the Louisiana National Guard and the Louisiana State Guard. Key changes include the expansion of death and disability benefits to include members of the Louisiana State Guard, alongside the National Guard. The bill establishes a clearer process for claims related to these benefits, specifying that claims for death benefits must be submitted to the Louisiana National Guard for National Guard members and to the Louisiana Military Department for State Guard members. Additionally, it mandates that all members complete a state military Death Benefit Beneficiary Designation Form to designate beneficiaries for death benefits.

The bill also addresses employment protections for servicemembers, prohibiting discrimination against members of the military forces of the state, including both the National Guard and State Guard, in employment matters. It ensures that student members of the uniformed services are not penalized academically due to their military service and clarifies definitions related to service in the uniformed services. Overall, the legislation aims to provide comprehensive support and protection for Louisiana's military personnel, ensuring they are not disadvantaged in their civilian lives due to their service.

Statutes affected:
HB120 Original: 29:1(A)(1), 29:1(A), 29:2(A)(1), 29:402(A), 29:403(11)
HB120 Engrossed: 29:1(A)(1), 29:1(A), 29:2(A)(1), 29:402(A), 29:403(11)
HB120 Reengrossed: 29:1(A)(1), 29:1(A), 29:2(A)(1), 29:402(A), 29:403(11)
HB120 Enrolled: 29:1(A)(1), 29:1(A), 29:2(A)(1), 29:402(A), 29:403(11)