House Bill No. by Representative Amedee seeks to amend the eligibility requirements for certain public assistance programs, specifically the Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP) and Medicaid, by repealing the existing immunization requirement. The bill repeals R.S. 46:231.4 and Section 13 of Act No. 478 of the 2025 Regular Session, which mandated that recipients of these programs, or their guardians, provide proof of immunization against vaccine-preventable diseases. Under the current law, failure to comply with this requirement could lead to the suspension of benefits until compliance was demonstrated, although exemptions existed for medical contraindications or religious objections.

The proposed legislation directs the Department of Children and Family Services and the Louisiana Department of Health to amend or repeal any rules or policies that conflict with this new provision, ensuring that the administration of FITAP and Medicaid aligns with applicable federal and state laws. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action if not signed.

Statutes affected:
HB742 Original: