HB1244

Establishes a driver's license designation for persons with brain injuries

Complete·6/2/26

Louisiana HB1244 establishes a driver's license designation for persons with brain injuries.

Louisiana HB1244, known as "Riley's Law," creates a driver's license designation for individuals with brain injuries. The bill allows for a special designation on driver's licenses upon presentation of a statement from a qualified medical or mental health professional verifying the disability. It prohibits charging additional fees for this designation and imposes fines for false statements.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

37 Yea

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0 Nay

2 Absent

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Calendar

May 14

12:00 AM

Senate Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works

History

Jun 2

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 721.

Jun 2

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

May 28

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.