April 23, 2008 DHH Secretary Alan Levine on Senate Passage of SB 287

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Apr 23, 2008 - “I applaud Senator Willie Mount and the other members of the Louisiana Senate who are co-sponsoring legislation giving consumers cost and quality information about their health care system.  This important bill passed the Louisiana Senate unanimously today, which takes us one step closer to a more transparent health care system.  We hope for swift passage in the House of Representatives, and stand ready to work with all stakeholders to implement this groundbreaking legislation.  Congratulations to the members of the Louisiana Senate!”