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HCBS Rulemaking
HCBS Licensing Standards
Act 401 of 2014 requires state government agencies to publish information and reports when the agency is in the process of adopting, amending, or repealing a rule or fee. For official copies of published documents, please refer to the Louisiana Register website. Questions regarding HSS administrative rulemaking activity may be directed to Dr. Cynthia York at Cynthia.York@la.gov.
HCBS Licensing Standards – LAC 48.I.Chapter 51
Baton Rouge, Louisiana – March 10, 2026 –The department proposes to amend the provisions governing the licensing of home and community based providers, monitored in-home caregiving (MIHC) module licensing standards in order to update the MIHC registered nurse and care manager’s requirements for conducting client visits..
Notice of Intent (proposed changes): HCBS_NOI_26.03. It is anticipated that the Notice of Intent will be published in the March 20, 2026 edition of the Louisiana Register.
Summary Report:
Final Rule: