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LA HB106
LA HB106Prohibits the administration of nonprescription medication to children without parental consent
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Introduced
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To enact R.S. 14:91.16, relative to the administration of melatonin; to prohibit child day care centers from providing melatonin without parental approval; to provide for penalties; and to provide for related matters.
AI Summary
This bill enacts a new law in Louisiana, R.S. 14:91.16, which prohibits child day care centers from giving children melatonin, a nonprescription sleep aid, without first obtaining permission from the child's parent or legal guardian. Violating this law can result in a fine of up to one thousand dollars or imprisonment for up to six months, or both. This measure aims to ensure parental control over the administration of such substances to children in a day care setting.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
First appeared in the Interim Calendar on 2/13/2026. (on 02/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.la.gov/legis/BillInfo.aspx?s=26rs&b=HB106&sbi=y |
| BillText | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1437634 |
| Analysis - Digest of HB106 Original | https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/ViewDocument.aspx?d=1437638 |
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