Senate Bill No. 151, introduced by Senator Mizell, aims to enhance the enforcement of DNA sample collection by authorizing the office of motor vehicles to flag the driver's licenses of individuals who are in the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS). The bill enacts a new provision, R.S. 15:609(K), which mandates that by January 1, 2027, the state police must establish rules to flag licenses for individuals with outstanding CODIS hits and those who are legally required to provide a DNA sample to complete their DNA profile.

The bill is set to take effect on August 1, 2026, and it builds upon existing laws regarding the circumstances under which DNA samples are required. The proposed changes aim to ensure that individuals who have not fulfilled their DNA obligations are identified through their driver's licenses, thereby facilitating compliance with DNA collection requirements.