HEALTH CARE: Provides relative to the administration of medications. (8/1/26)

Summary

The law amends Louisiana statutes to let licensed emergency medical technicians, advanced EMTs and paramedics administer prescription medication that a patient is already carrying when it is urgently needed for rare diseases, chronic illnesses, or special medical needs. The bureau will set requirements and standards for this practice, and oversight is assigned to the EMS practitioner's medical director. This expands emergency treatment options for patients with critical medication requirements.

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