§1289.4. Functions and duties of the task force; report to the governor and legislature

            A. The functions of the task force shall include all of the following:

            (1) Serve as an advisory body to the legislature on policies and practices that protect all people of this state, particularly tenants, consumers, and vulnerable populations, from harm related to toxic mold.

            (2) Serve as a coordinating forum between and among state agencies, local governments, and nongovernmental groups on matters related to toxic mold.

            (3) On a regular basis, research and review state regulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures that pertain in any way to toxic mold and make recommendations to the governor, the legislature, and the secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health as deemed necessary and appropriate by the chairman of the task force.

            B. On or before January 1, 2021, and annually thereafter, the task force shall prepare and submit to the governor and the legislature a report on the status of public health risks from toxic mold in Louisiana. The annual report shall include, without limitation, all of the following:

            (1) An assessment, based on scientific evidence, of the nature, scope, and magnitude of the adverse environmental and health impacts caused by toxic mold in this state.

            (2) Measurement, based on scientific evidence, of the adverse health effects of exposure to molds on the general population, including specific effects on any subgroups identifiable as being at greater risk of adverse health effects when exposed to molds.

            (3) Identification of actions taken by the state, local governments, and any other public or private organizations that have made a positive impact on mitigating the harm to public health of toxic mold.

            (4) Identification of best practices for the control of mold in a cost-effective and environmentally sound manner.

            C. The task force may request administrative and technical support from the Louisiana Department of Health, office of public health, to carry out the functions and responsibilities provided in this Section.

            Acts 2014, No. 258, §1; Redesignated from R.S. 40:1300.414 by HCR 84 of 2015 R.S.; Acts 2020, No. 157, §2.