The bill amends and reenacts R.S. 33:4791.1(C), (D), and (E), and enacts R.S. 33:4791.1(F) to enhance the regulation of ambulance services by local governing authorities in Louisiana. It mandates that municipalities or local governing authorities that have established rates for ground ambulance services must submit these rates to the Department of Insurance, ensuring that the rates are certified as accurate. Additionally, any changes to these established rates must be communicated to the Department. The Department of Insurance is also required to create and maintain a publicly accessible database of these rates on its website, which insurers can rely on in good faith.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that local governing authorities are authorized to regulate ambulance services and may provide a monopoly public service, with immunity from antitrust laws while acting within their authority. It also specifies that the regulation does not extend to ambulance services located on manufacturing facility sites for exclusive use there. The provisions are designed to ensure transparency and accountability in the regulation of ambulance services while allowing local authorities to operate effectively within their jurisdictions.

Statutes affected:
HB241 Original: 33:1(C)
HB241 Engrossed: 33:1(C)
HB241 Enrolled: 33:1(C)
HB241 Act 489: 33:1(C)