House Bill No. by Representative Dickerson amends R.S. 29:383 to expand the Department of Veterans Affairs' authority to charge for maintenance and care at its facilities. The bill allows for reasonable rates to be charged not only to veterans but also to nonveteran residents who are capable of paying for the services. This change aims to include nonveterans in the care system, thereby broadening the scope of individuals who can receive services at these facilities.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the Department of Veterans Affairs will establish a charge system that considers the income and estate of the resident receiving care. The language in the bill replaces references to "veteran" with "resident," reflecting the inclusion of nonveterans in the care and maintenance provisions. Overall, the bill seeks to create a more inclusive approach to care at veterans affairs facilities while maintaining the ability to set reasonable charges based on individual financial circumstances.

Statutes affected:
HB387 Original: