House Bill No. [insert number] aims to enhance the authority of the office of elderly affairs in Louisiana by enacting R.S. 6:333(F)(19). This new provision specifically authorizes banks and their affiliates to disclose financial records to the office when requested in writing. The request must be accompanied by a certification from the office of elderly affairs, indicating that the records are necessary for fulfilling its responsibilities under the Adult Protective Services Act.

The bill clarifies that such disclosures are permitted and ensures that the existing laws do not restrict or prohibit these actions. This legislative change is intended to facilitate the office's ability to perform its duties effectively, particularly in protecting the interests of the elderly population in Louisiana. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without a signature.

Statutes affected:
HB263 Original: 15:1507(H)(1)