2011 Louisiana Laws
Revised Statutes
TITLE 46 — Public welfare and assistance
RS 46:977.2 — Purpose
§977.2. Purpose
The legislature hereby declares that for the economic and social benefits of all residents of this state, it is important to ensure that children of the state have access to affordable health insurance that offers comprehensive coverage and emphasizes preventive health care. Many children in working families, including families whose family income is greater than two hundred percent of the federal poverty level, are uninsured. The lack of health insurance negatively affects the health status of children. The legislature further finds that access to health care is a key component for the healthy development of children and a successful education. It is, therefore, the intent of the legislature to provide access to affordable health insurance to children in Louisiana.
Acts 2007, No. 407, §1, eff. July 10, 2007.
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