This bill amends the Louisiana Revised Statutes to establish provisions for the payment of extraordinary medical and dental expenses for firemen and law enforcement officers injured in the line of duty. It enacts R.S. 39:1533(A)(3), which mandates that the office of risk management will cover these expenses on behalf of the Law Enforcement Officers and Firemen's Survivor Benefit Review Board, contingent upon a specific appropriation. Additionally, the heading of Chapter 7-C of Title 40 is updated to reflect the inclusion of extraordinary medical and dental expenses, and R.S. 40:1668.1 is enacted to define the scope of these benefits and the responsibilities of the board and the state risk director.

The bill outlines the definitions of "extraordinary medical and dental expenses," specifies the eligibility criteria for officers, and establishes a maximum benefit of $25,000 per injury. It also details the claims process, including the board's authority to hear claims and the timeline for decisions. Notably, benefits will not be payable if the injury results from the officer's intentional misconduct, voluntary intoxication, or gross negligence. The provisions of this bill will apply to injuries occurring on or after January 1, 2023, and the act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.