SPEECH/PATH/AUDIO: Requests the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-Language and Pathology and Audiology to study and report on current licensure and regulatory requirements for speech-language assistants in Louisiana
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
Summary
The House resolution directs the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology, together with the state health and education departments and professional stakeholders, to conduct a comprehensive review of current licensing and regulatory requirements for speech‑language pathology assistants (SLPAs). It aims to identify any unnecessary barriers, compare Louisiana’s rules with those of other states, and propose ways to expand the workforce while preserving quality of care. The findings must be reported to legislative health committees by February 1, 2027.
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