Environment
Mixed / Neutral
50%
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified.
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified.
StateLouisianaTo Governor
SB 43: HEALTH SERVICES: Provides relative to psychedelic-assisted therapy. (8/1/26) (EN INCREASE GF EX See Note)
Patrick McMath
SB 43 status: To Governor — Becomes Act No. 956 without the Governor's signature (updated Jun 23, 2026).
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OpenStates
Confidence
Low
Analysis basis
OpenStates summary
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What this bill does
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Overall Score
75OUT OF 100
Score:75/100 civic fit
Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 65/100
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Constitutionality80%
Bipartisan90%
Public opinion60%
Bill summary
The act establishes a state-level regulatory framework for the administration of psychedelic-assisted therapy, directly impacting health services and state oversight.
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Impact analysis
✦ AI analysisModeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
Economy
Positive outlook
60%
Benefits
- Potential for new medical sector growth
- Increased investment in clinical infrastructure
Risks
- Increased state expenditures from the General Fund
Society
Positive outlook
70%
Benefits
- Expansion of therapeutic options for mental health
- Potential for improved patient outcomes in treatment-resistant cases
Risks
- Public safety risks associated with controlled substance regulation
- Need for rigorous professional training and supervision
Technology Industry
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How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Source
OpenStates
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Confidence
Low
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Analysis basis
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Source note
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Analysis scope
Analysis based on abstract summary only; full legislative text not reviewed.
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Where it stands
Official record- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorCurrent
- EnactedUpcoming
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