HB404

Provides for medication-assisted treatment for substance abuse in jails and prisons (OR INCREASE GF EX See Note)

Introduced·2/25/26
Ment Text

Louisiana HB404 establishes a medication-assisted treatment program for substance abuse in jails and prisons.

Louisiana HB404 mandates the Department of Public Safety and Corrections to create a medication-assisted treatment program for inmates with substance abuse disorders. Inmates undergo a medical screening, and those diagnosed with substance abuse disorders are offered placement in the program, which is voluntary. Each inmate collaborates with a specialist to develop an individual treatment plan, including medication type, dosage, and counseling. The program provides a one-week supply of medication to inmates preparing for release to prevent relapse.

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Where it stands

Current
Administration of Criminal Justice Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 9

House

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.

Feb 27

House

First appeared in the Interim Calendar on 2/27/2026.

Feb 25

House

Prefiled.