Senate Resolution No. by Senator Boudreaux urges the Louisiana Department of Health to conduct a study on increasing Medicaid reimbursement and coverage rates for breast pumps from eighty dollars to one hundred forty dollars. The resolution highlights the significant health benefits of breastfeeding for both infants and mothers, emphasizing the importance of access to quality breast pumps, especially for working mothers, mothers of premature infants, and those facing medical complications. It notes that the current reimbursement rates may not adequately reflect market costs, potentially limiting supplier participation and patient access to necessary breastfeeding equipment.

The study requested by the resolution will assess various factors, including current breast pump utilization among Medicaid recipients, reimbursement rates in other states, supplier participation, and potential health outcomes associated with improved access to breast pumps. Additionally, it will evaluate fiscal considerations and provide recommendations for legislative or administrative action. The Louisiana Department of Health is required to submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to the Senate Committee on Health and Welfare by February 1, 2027.