House Bill No. 126 proposes modifications to the funding formula for parish councils on aging in Louisiana. The bill increases the per capita funding from $2.50 to $4.00 for each resident aged 60 and older, and raises the minimum funding amount for each parish from $100,000 to $150,000. Additionally, the total minimum annual appropriation for these distributions is increased from $6,900,000 to $10,494,238. These changes aim to enhance financial support for elderly services at the parish level.

The bill stipulates that the funds will be distributed quarterly by the office of elderly affairs, ensuring that each parish council receives the allocated amounts based on the updated formula. The effectiveness of the proposed law is contingent upon the Louisiana Legislature appropriating the necessary funds for its implementation. This legislative change is intended to better support the aging population in Louisiana by providing more substantial financial resources to local councils.

Statutes affected:
HB126 Original: 46:1606(A)
HB126 Engrossed: 46:1606(A)