Bill
H 1606
Overview: H 1606 - An Act relative to law enforcement access to prescription monitoring dataPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to regulate law enforcement access to the state's pre
Overview: H 1606 - An Act relative to law enforcement access to prescription monitoring data
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to regulate law enforcement access to the state's prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP) database. The goal is to balance public safety concerns with individual privacy rights.
Key Provisions:
- Requires law enforcement to obtain a warrant or court order before accessing PDMP data, except in emergency situations
- Limits PDMP data access to specific investigations involving suspected criminal activity related to controlled substances
- Mandates the destruction of PDMP records accessed by law enforcement within 1 year, unless needed for an ongoing case
- Imposes penalties for unauthorized access or misuse of PDMP data by law enforcement personnel
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals whose prescription drug information is stored in the PDMP database
- Law enforcement agencies that investigate drug-related crimes and may need to access PDMP data
- The state agency responsible for administering the PDMP and overseeing data access requests
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is currently scheduled for a public hearing on July 15, 2025
- If passed, the new PDMP access restrictions would take effect 6 months after the bill's enactment
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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