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LA HR314
Resolution
Status
6/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Rodney Lyons
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AI Summary
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Urges the Louisiana Department of Health to provide comprehensive information on immunization-preventable diseases and direct resources toward improving vaccine access in rural, low-income, and underserved communities
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Identifies access barriers including distance from providers, lack of transportation, healthcare workforce shortages, and limited immunization information
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Notes that approximately 80% of Louisiana's land area is rural, 26% of residents live in rural areas, and 19% live below the poverty line
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Cites increased outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases nationally, with Louisiana at risk for measles, mumps, rubella, and pertussis
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Encourages collaboration among health agencies, elected officials, and community leaders to identify gaps and implement locally tailored strategies such as mobile health clinics, pharmacy partnerships, and community outreach
Legislative Description
Requests that the Louisiana Department of Health provide information and resources on immunization-preventable diseases and to improve access to immunization services in rural and low-income communities across this state
HEALTH CARE
Last Action
Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
6/11/2025