Louisiana legislation · 2025 Regular Session
Louisiana HR369: CONGRESS: Memorialize Congress to avoid reductions in Medicaid funding that would adversely affect Louisiana's hospitals and co
Status: Passed both chambers, June 12, 2025
CONGRESS: Memorialize Congress to avoid reductions in Medicaid funding that would adversely affect Louisiana's hospitals and communities they serve
What the bill says
A resolution To memorialize Congress and urge the Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to reconsider any policies that may lead to reductions in Medicaid funding for hospitals in Louisiana.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION To memorialize Congress and urge the Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to reconsider any policies that may lead to reductions in Medicaid funding for hospitals in Louisiana. WHEREAS, hospitals play a vital role in delivering essential healthcare services to urban and rural communities throughout Louisiana; and WHEREAS, directives outlined in recent federal memoranda and guidance propose to reduce the longstanding maximum amount hospitals may be reimbursed by the Medicaid program; and WHEREAS, hospitals in Louisiana serve as lifelines for many communities especially our rural hospitals that provide essential healthcare services to residents in geographically isolated and medically underserved areas; and WHEREAS, hospitals face unique challenges, including workforce shortages, financial instability, and limited access to specialized care; and WHEREAS, reductions to Medicaid funding would exacerbate those challenges, potentially leading to service cutbacks, staff reductions, or even closures of hospitals; and WHEREAS, the closure or reduced capacity of hospitals would disproportionately affect vulnerable populations, including the elderly, children, and those with chronic illnesses, as well as place additional strain on remaining healthcare facilities; and Page 1 of HLS 25RS-4397 ORIGINAL HR NO. WHEREAS, Medicaid funding is not only essential for sustaining healthcare services but also plays a critical role in supporting the economic viability of our communities since hospitals often serve …
Sponsors
- McFarland, Jack (R, 13) · primary sponsor
- Adams, Roy (D, 62)
- Amedée, Beryl (R, 51)
- Bacala, Tony (R, 59)
- Berault, Stephanie (R, 76)
- Brass, Ken (D, 58)
- Carter Sr., Wilford (D, 34)
- Chassion, Tehmi (D, 44)
- Cox III, Vincent (R, 85)
- DeVillier, Phillip (R, 41)
- DeWitt, Jason (R, 25)
- Domangue, Jessica (R, 53)
Latest actions
- : Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
- : Read by title, returned to the calendar.
- : Called from the calendar.
- : Read by title, roll called, yeas 98, nays 0. The resolution was adopted.
- : Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.
- : Read by title, rules suspended, passed to 3rd reading.
- : Scheduled for floor debate on 06/12/2025.
Votes
- House Vote on HR 369, FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1240) (June 12, 2025): 98 yea, 0 nay, passed
Common questions
- What is HR369?
- HR369 is a bill in the Louisiana Legislature (2025 Regular Session): CONGRESS: Memorialize Congress to avoid reductions in Medicaid funding that would adversely affect Louisiana's hospitals and co.
- What does HR369 do?
- In its own words: A resolution To memorialize Congress and urge the Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to reconsider any policies that may lead to reductions in Medicaid funding for hospitals in Louisiana.
- What is the status of HR369?
- Passed both chambers as of June 12, 2025. Latest action: Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House. (June 13, 2025).
- Who sponsored HR369?
- McFarland, Jack (R, 13), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR369?
- On the Louisiana Legislature website: https://legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=25RS&b=HR369
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