House Bill No. 926, introduced by Representative Zeringue, establishes new regulations for healthcare facilities within hospital service districts in Louisiana. The bill mandates that any healthcare facility owned or controlled by a hospital service district or its affiliates must obtain consent from the relevant hospital service district prior to establishment. This includes a requirement for written notice to the affected district at least 120 days before any actions related to the facility, detailing the facility's location, ownership, services, and staffing plans. Additionally, the bill prohibits these districts and their affiliates from operating healthcare facilities outside their geographic boundaries without compliance with these new provisions.

The legislation also provides a private right of action for hospital service districts if another district or its affiliate violates these regulations. It clarifies that existing healthcare facilities operational before the enactment of this law are exempt from its requirements. Exceptions are included for scenarios where there is no existing hospital service district for the proposed location or when both districts have a cooperative agreement. Furthermore, if a hospital service district is affected by an unauthorized facility, it may establish the same number of facilities within the offending district without following the new regulations. The bill's provisions will take effect upon the governor's signature or the expiration of the time for gubernatorial action.