LA HB120

Extends death and disability benefits to Louisiana State Guard members, previously available only to Louisiana National Guard members, when called to active duty by the governor or president.

Expands employment discrimination protections to cover all Louisiana state military forces, prohibiting denial of employment, retention, or promotion based on military service obligations.

Protects student members of uniformed services from academic penalties at postsecondary institutions, including proprietary schools, vocational schools, and nonpublic colleges licensed in Louisiana.

Updates definitions of "uniformed services" to explicitly include Louisiana State Guard members alongside National Guard and federal armed forces components.

Requires Louisiana State Guard members to complete Death Benefit Beneficiary Designation Forms, with claims submitted to the Louisiana Military Department rather than the National Guard.