HB568

Provides relative to penalty enhancements for violations of drug free school zones (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

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Louisiana HB568 enhances penalties for drug violations within 2,000 feet of school zones.

Louisiana HB568 amends the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substances Law to increase penalties for violations involving marijuana within 2,000 feet of school zones. The bill specifies that individuals found guilty of such violations will face imprisonment for up to one year and a fine of up to $1,000. This change applies to violations occurring on school property or on a school bus.

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Roll Call Votes

23 Yea

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10 Nay

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6 Absent

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Calendar

May 5

12:30 PM

Senate Committee on Judiciary B

History

May 22

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 305.

May 22

House

Effective date: 08/01/2026.

May 19

House

Received from the Senate without amendments.