Senate Bill No. 100, introduced by Senator Miguez, proposes the creation of the "State Services and Benefits Legal Status and Accountability Act." This legislation aims to enhance accountability and transparency regarding the legal status of individuals receiving state services in Louisiana, specifically targeting "illegal aliens" and "unaccompanied alien children." The bill mandates that various state agencies, including the Louisiana Department of Health and the Department of Education, determine the legal status of individuals seeking state services and benefits, and report the total dollar value of services provided to those identified as illegal aliens or unaccompanied alien children.

Under the proposed law, each agency is required to submit an annual report detailing the number of individuals receiving state services categorized by legal status, the total dollar amount of services provided to illegal aliens and unaccompanied alien children, and a breakdown of the types of services offered. Additionally, the bill stipulates that agencies must implement standardized processes for verifying the legal status of individuals and ensure compliance with federal immigration laws. Failure to comply with these provisions may result in the withholding of the agency's funding. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action.