H.R.296

Extends the time for the creation of the victims' services system pursuant to Act No. 370 of the 2025 Regular Session of the Legislature

Introduced·5/19/26
Ment Text

Extends the deadline for creating a victims' services system in Louisiana to July 1, 2027.

Louisiana mandated the Department of Public Safety and Corrections to create a victims' services system to aid victims and witnesses. This bill extends the deadline for completing this system from July 1, 2026, to July 1, 2027, if necessary. The system aims to provide services and information to victims, witnesses, and their families, ensuring the administration of criminal justice and their safety and well-being.

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Where it stands

Current
Administration of Criminal Justice Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

May 20

House

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.

May 19

House

Read by title. Lies over under the rules.