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LA HB128

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joy Walters

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a voluntary Alzheimer's disease and related dementias designation for Louisiana special identification cards, requiring verification from a licensed medical or mental health professional authorized to diagnose these conditions

  • No additional fee charged for adding the designation to a special identification card; verification required for both new applications and renewals

  • Establishes penalties for false claims: first offense $100-$250 fine and/or up to 30 days imprisonment; subsequent offenses $250-$500 fine and/or up to 90 days imprisonment

  • Requires the Department of Public Safety and Corrections to establish a law enforcement training course covering identification of dementia indicators, communication techniques, ADA compliance procedures, and available resources for officer encounters

  • Grants rulemaking authority to the DPS&C deputy secretary, with oversight by the House and Senate transportation, highways and public works committees

Legislative Description

Creates a state identification card designation for citizens with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias

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Last Action

Withdrawn prior to introduction.

2/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Highways and Public Works2/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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