This bill amends existing Louisiana law to enhance compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) within the executive branch. It establishes the duties and responsibilities of the state Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator and outlines the creation of a return to work program within the office of risk management. Key changes include the redefinition of the transitional employment program to a "return to work" program, which aims to facilitate the safe and timely reintegration of state employees with job-related injuries or illnesses back into the workforce. The office of risk management is tasked with designing this program in collaboration with the ADA coordinator.

Additionally, the bill updates definitions and responsibilities related to ADA compliance. It specifies that an "agency" refers to any state government unit with fifteen or more employees and expands the powers of the ADA office to include the promulgation of rules for consistent administration of ADA laws, providing consultation on employee accommodations, and ensuring compliance with annual plans and reports. The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the ADA office and the office of risk management in developing the return to work program, thereby enhancing support for employees with disabilities across state agencies.

Statutes affected:
HB130 Original: 39:1547(A)(1), 46:2592(1)
HB130 Engrossed: 39:1547(A)(1), 46:2592(1)
HB130 Reengrossed: 39:1547(A)(1), 46:2592(1)
HB130 Enrolled: 39:1547(A)(1), 46:2592(1)
HB130 Act : 39:1547(A)(1), 46:2592(1)