The bill, known as the "State Services and Benefits Legal Status and Accountability Act," enacts Chapter 23 of Title 49 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, which establishes a framework for determining the legal status of individuals receiving state services and benefits. It mandates that various state agencies, including the Louisiana Department of Health and the Department of Education, assess the legal status of individuals categorized as "illegal aliens" or "unaccompanied alien children." The agencies are required to report annually on the number of individuals receiving services, the total dollar value of those services, and actions taken to comply with federal immigration laws.

Additionally, the bill outlines responsibilities for data collection and verification, requiring agencies to implement standardized processes for verifying legal status, which may involve requesting proof of citizenship or coordinating with federal agencies. It also stipulates penalties for noncompliance, allowing for the withholding of agency funding until compliance is achieved. The implementation of this Chapter is contingent upon legislative appropriation of funds.