House Bill No. by Representative Chassion amends and reenacts R.S. 40:1006(G) and enacts R.S. 40:1006(H) to enhance the record retention protocols within the state prescription monitoring program. The bill mandates the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy to establish rulemaking standards specifically for the retention, archiving, and destruction of both prescription monitoring and audit trail information. It emphasizes that all records must be retained according to schedules approved by the state archivist and requires agencies to obtain approval before destroying any records in their custody.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the provisions of R.S. 44:411 remain intact and applicable, ensuring that the retention and destruction of records align with existing legal frameworks. The new language reinforces the importance of maintaining comprehensive records while providing a structured process for their eventual destruction, thereby enhancing accountability and oversight within the state's prescription monitoring efforts.

Statutes affected:
HB210 Original: 40:1006(G)
HB210 Engrossed: 40:1006(G)
HB210 Enrolled: 40:1006(G)