HB211

Provides relative to the creation, administration, and eligibility requirements of the Homelessness Court program (EN SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)

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Louisiana HB211 establishes the Homelessness Court program to assist individuals experiencing homelessness in overcoming substance abuse and mental.

Louisiana HB211 creates the Homelessness Court program, a specialized court program aimed at assisting individuals experiencing homelessness. The program integrates health care, education, housing assistance, and employment services to reduce recidivism and provide rehabilitative support. Eligible participants must meet specific criteria, such as not having a prior felony conviction for certain crimes. The program involves a nonadversarial approach, with participants placed under supervision and required to complete treatment programs.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

72 Yea

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28 Nay

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 28

9:30 AM

Senate Committee on Judiciary C

Apr 9

9:00 AM

House Committee on Judiciary

History

Jun 9

House

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 788.

Jun 9

House

Effective date: See Act.

Jun 4

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.