LDH is moving forward with a plan to distribute food benefits on EBT cards tomorrow. If the USDA, who administers the SNAP program, is prepared and ready to move money into states’ accounts this evening, we will use federal dollars to fund SNAP recipients’ accounts. If they are not ready, LDH will proceed with our state-funded program to provide food assistance to the elderly, the disabled, and households with children through their existing EBT cards.
Board Members
RS 40:2451 Creation; Membership; Term of Office
The council shall exercise the powers and duties hereinafter set forth or otherwise provided by law. It shall consist of fifteen members who shall be appointed by the governor and shall be representative of physicians, pediatricians, coaches, physical therapists, athletic trainers, athletes, educators and such other persons or professions interested in the physical fitness of the citizens of Louisiana. In making his appointments, the governor shall also take into consideration the various geographic areas of the state with a view to giving all sections of the state representation on the council.
The terms of office of members of the council shall be for three years expiring on September first in the appropriate year. Of the initial members appointed to the board, four members shall be appointed for terms of one year, five members shall be appointed for terms of two years, and six members shall be appointed for terms of three years, as determined by the governor.

Council Nutritionist

Commissioner of Paralympic Sports

Fitness Council Member

Fitness Council Member