House Bill No. [insert number] enacts a new section, R.S. 33:1980.1, within the Louisiana Revised Statutes to address the reimbursement of costs associated with emergency services provided by fire departments, fire protection districts, and certain nonprofit corporations. The bill allows these entities to seek reimbursement for the reasonable costs of automobile extraction services rendered to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents. Reimbursement can be sought from either the vehicle owner or the party responsible for the accident.

Additionally, the bill outlines the requirements for seeking reimbursement, including the submission of an itemized invoice with receipts and explanations for each service provided. It establishes that costs aligned with Federal Emergency Management Agency schedules for extraction services are presumed reasonable, while costs that are part of the normal operating budget or exceed actual allowable costs will not be permitted. The governing boards of the fire departments or nonprofit corporations are also granted the authority to collect and enforce these costs, including the ability to recover court costs and reasonable attorney fees in any related lawsuits.