SB 52·LA·senate
CHILDREN/FAMILY SERVICES DEPT: Provides relative to public assistance benefits for children. (8/1/26) (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
Signed into LawFiled Feb 18, 2026
Sponsor: Stewart Cathey (R)
Latest Action
Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 733.
Jun 1, 2026
Summary
The bill amends the state code to replace the abbreviations “WIC” and “FITAP” with their full titles, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children and the Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program. It applies to any public assistance benefits for children that reference these programs, improving clarity for officials and the public.
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