Bill > HB1385

This bill amends Indiana law to provide an exception to employment disqualification for individuals with prior felony drug offenses who want to work as nurse aides or unlicensed healthcare facility employees. Specifically, the bill allows a person with a previous felony controlled substances offense to be employed if they are certified as a peer recovery coach through a credential recognized by the division of mental health and addiction, have not been convicted of another felony drug offense after receiving their peer recovery coach credential, and have no pending felony drug charges. The existing law previously prohibited employment for individuals with certain criminal convictions, including drug-related felonies within the past five years. By creating this specific exception, the bill aims to provide opportunities for individuals with past drug offenses who have become certified peer recovery coaches to work in healthcare settings, potentially supporting rehabilitation and employment for those in recovery while maintaining safeguards to protect patient safety.

Health and Social Services

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1385/details