House Bill No. by Representative Turner proposes significant changes to the structure of health care workforce development in Louisiana by transferring the powers and duties of the Nursing Supply and Demand Council and the Simulation Medical Training and Education Council to the newly established Louisiana Health Works Commission. The bill amends R.S. 17:2048.51 to enhance the commission's role in integrating and coordinating resources for health care workforce development, while also incorporating the responsibilities previously held by the abolished councils. Additionally, the bill introduces new members to the commission, including representatives from the Louisiana Department of Health and various educational institutions.

The legislation also establishes two new committees within the Louisiana Health Works Commission: the Nursing Supply and Demand Committee and the Simulation Medical Training and Education Committee. These committees will consist of representatives from organizations that were previously part of the now-repealed councils, ensuring continuity in addressing nursing and medical training needs. The bill repeals existing laws related to the Nursing Supply and Demand Council and the Simulation Medical Training and Education Council, streamlining the governance of health care workforce development in the state. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action.

Statutes affected:
HB544 Original: 36:651(L)(1)