06/13/2026
HB808 is now Act 177! This is a huge win in stopping stigma, listening to science, and communicating that HIV IS NOT A CRIME.
HB808—a bill that updates Louisiana's outdated HIV law to reflect modern medical science and ensure people are only prosecuted when there is clear intent and a real likelihood of transmission of HIV
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We could not have achieved this victory without the collective efforts of our bill sponsor, Rep. Wayne McMahen and the solidarity of our community partners. Thank you for your commitment and continued support of our mission to fight for legislative reform that better protects the dignity and freedoms of people living with HIV!