House Bills –
HB1200. Opioid prescription supply limits. This bill proposes that if a prescriber issues a prescription for an opioid to be administered through a subdermal delivery system, the prescription may not exceed a 180-day supply. The committee adopted amendments and passed the bill unanimously (13-0)
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HB1167. Testing of Illicit Substances. This bill would decriminalize test strips used to detect dangerous substances like fentanyl in illicit drugs. This bill aims to remove provisions related to testing the strength, effectiveness, or purity of a controlled substance in the criminal laws concerning possession of controlled substance paraphernalia. The bill passed unanimously (13-0)
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Senate Bills –
SB216. Mental Health Professionals. This bill addresses the clinical experience and supervision requirements for obtaining a social work license. It allows for clinical hours and experience to be accrued while under a temporary permit, simplifying the review process and mitigating unlicensed practice. The bill passed committee unanimously (11-0)
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SB163. Establishes the social work licensure compact. This compact would enable Indiana social workers to practice across state lines seamlessly, improving access to care and supporting military families. Advocates highlighted the compact’s benefits in addressing workforce shortages and ensuring continuity of care. An amendment was adopted, and the bill passed committee unanimously (11-0). It has been recommitted to appropriations for further consideration.
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SB181. Nurse training in trauma-informed care. This bill seeks to incorporate trauma-informed care training into nursing education. Advocates emphasized the widespread impact this training could have on healthcare providers and their ability to serve patients with trauma backgrounds. The bill passed committee unanimously (11-0)
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