SB440

Provides for the membership of the board of commissioners in a renaissance district. (8/1/26)

Complete·5/29/26

Louisiana SB440 modifies the board of commissioners for a renaissance district in Rapides Parish.

Louisiana SB440 amends the composition of the board of commissioners for a renaissance district in Rapides Parish. The bill increases the number of commissioners from seven to nine, with specific appointments from various entities including the parish police jury, the sheriff's office, and the district attorney's office. All appointees must have experience with juveniles in education, rehabilitation, or incarceration. The board members serve four-year terms and are not compensated but may receive travel allowances. The changes take effect on August 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

97 Yea

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0 Nay

8 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 14

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Judiciary B

History

May 29

Senate

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 515.

May 29

Senate

Effective date 1/1/2027.

May 25

House

Signed by the Speaker of the House.