The House Resolution urges Congress and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to reconsider any policies that may lead to reductions in Medicaid funding for hospitals in Louisiana. It highlights the critical role hospitals play in providing essential healthcare services, particularly in rural and underserved areas, and emphasizes that reductions in Medicaid funding could exacerbate existing challenges such as workforce shortages and financial instability. The resolution stresses that such funding is vital not only for sustaining healthcare services but also for the economic viability of communities, as hospitals are significant employers and contributors to local economies.

Furthermore, the resolution calls for the immediate approval of pending Louisiana State Directed Payment Preprints for hospital and physician payments, while urging that total payment amounts for future rating periods remain unchanged. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining current Medicaid funding levels to ensure access to comprehensive healthcare services across the state. The resolution also encourages collaboration between state and federal entities, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders to address healthcare needs without compromising the financial stability of hospitals. A copy of the resolution will be sent to key federal officials and members of Louisiana's congressional delegation.