SB168

Provides relative to the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority. (2/3CA7s2.1(A)) (8/1/26) (OR INCREASE SG EX See Note)

Introduced·2/25/26
Ment Text

Louisiana SB168 establishes the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority to regulate professionals providing substance use disorder counseling.

Louisiana SB168 creates the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA) to regulate professionals engaged in substance use disorder counseling, prevention, and peer support services. ADRA will issue and recognize credentials for professionals, including peer support specialists, associates, and supervisors. The bill outlines qualifications, scope of practice, and renewal processes for these professionals. It also establishes fees for applications, examinations, and continuing education. The authority previously held by the Louisiana Department of Health is transferred to ADRA.

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Calendar

Mar 25

9:00 AM

Senate Committee on Health and Welfare

Mar 18

9:00 AM

Senate Committee on Health and Welfare

History

Mar 30

Senate

Title of substitute read and adopted; becomes Senate Bill No. 426.

Mar 25

Senate

Reported by substitute.

Mar 9

Senate

Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Health and Welfare.