HB 654·LA·house
NURSING HOMES: Modifies licensing procedures for nursing facilities
FailedFiled Feb 27, 2026
Sponsor: Stephanie Berault (R)
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Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare.
Mar 9, 2026
Summary
The bill requires the Louisiana Department of Health to assess nursing home bed availability in each parish every three years and only approve new licenses or expansions when a shortage is proven. It sets criteria for evaluating applicants, favoring high‑quality facilities with private rooms. The goal is to match supply with demand and improve care standards.
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