Legislative Session

The 2024 Regular Legislative Session will convene at noon on Monday, March 11, 2024. Final Adjournment no later than 6:00 pm on Monday, June 3, 2024.


Check out the latest Legislative Update Video from NASW-LA Executive Director, Will Francis!



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NASW-LA Telesupervision Update:

Last legislative session The National Association of Social Workers – Louisiana Chapter (NASW-LA) drafted and championed a bill adding telesupervision language to the Social Work Practice Act. That legislation goes into effect on August 1, and NASW-LA publicly shared information stating that after that date, social workers will no longer need the approval of The Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners (LABSWE) to practice telesupervision. The LABSWE recently sent out a Remote Supervision Notice affirming that the current rules are still in place, and that social workers are still “required to seek approval of remote supervision from the Board pursuant to L.A.C.46:XXV.503(H)” until such time as new rules are in place.
NASW-LA would like to affirm that the LABSWE is the governing body of social work licenses in Louisiana, and that licensees should continue to apply for board approval for telesupervision through LABSWE until the LABSWE indicates otherwise. NASW-LA will continue to advocate for rules that center the supervisor and supervisee in the telesupervision decision making process, as was the explicit intent of HB 865, and looks forward to reviewing and commenting on that language throughout the rule making process.

2024 FALL TAX SPECIAL SESSION

The special session will begin at 3 p.m. Nov. 6 and end no later than 6 p.m. Nov. 25, according to the proclamation issued by the Governor. Landry’s call covers a variety of fiscal topics, including revenue, taxes, spending, budgets and teacher pay raises, among others. The governor had announced his intention to call for a special session after revealing the state could face a budget shortfall next year, estimated at between $400 million to $700 million depending on the scenarios in play. If left unaddressed, that could mean major cuts to health care for the poor, elderly and disabled as well as significant budget reductions for state colleges and universities. In addition to the fiscal overhaul, the governor’s call permits lawmakers to introduce proposals involving “ crimes that are not subject to special juvenile procedures.” Read the full overview here. 

NASW-LA 2024 Session Legislative Priorities

Download the NASW Louisiana 2024 Legislative Priorities. These priorities were created after review and input from the NASW-LA PACE Committee. They will be used to drive NASW-LA advocacy efforts and serve as the basis for the issues we will champion during this Legislative Session. Each priority reflects our dedication to advancing social work values, promoting equitable policies, and advocating for the well-being of both social workers and the communities they serve.

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2024 Legislative Session – One Pagers:

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Interstate Social Work Compact

We appreciate all of our member’s interest in advocating for Louisiana’s participation and adoption in the interstate compact for social work. NASW-LA is fully prepared to work with state policymakers to propose legislation during the upcoming Legislature in 2024. While we prepare for this significant step, here are some valuable resources on the compact to keep you informed and engaged. Your support means the world as we work towards enhancing our workforce so we can better serve clients and communities. Stay tuned for updates!


Interstate Compact Updates

August 2024: If you’re interested in learning more about the Social Work Compact, please sign up here to register to virtually attend the 2024 Social Work Commission Inaugural Meeting on Sep 17, 2024 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Central Time.  The Louisiana Legislature passed the Compact this past session, and the LABSWE will manage and support the process of licensed Louisiana social workers practicing in Compact States.  There are currently 17 states that have passed the Compact, and that number is growing.  The 2024 Social Work Commission Inaugural Meeting is open to the public, and you can find the public notice for the meeting and the agenda here.

February 2024: Missed the NASW-LA Social Work Licensure Compact Town Hall on February 20th? Watch the recording now!

Interstate Compact Resources:


Louisiana State Legislature Website