H.R.322

Creates the Task Force on Sentencing for Second Degree Murder

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Establishes a task force to study and recommend changes to sentencing for second degree murder in Louisiana.

The bill creates the Task Force on Sentencing for Second Degree Murder to analyze and recommend changes to the sentencing framework for second degree murder in Louisiana. The task force will be composed of various officials and experts, including representatives from the House of Representatives, the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, and the Board of Pardons. The task force will submit a written report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature by February 1, 2027.

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Roll Call Votes

House Vote on HR 322 FINAL CONSIDERATION (#1864)

58 Yea

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34 Nay

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13 Absent

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History

Jun 3

House

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.

Jun 1

House

Read by title, amended, roll called, yeas 58, nays 34. The resolution was adopted.

Jun 1

House

Enrolled and signed by the Speaker of the House.