This bill amends and reenacts several articles of the Children's Code and Civil Code in Louisiana, specifically addressing the termination of parental rights. Key provisions include the authorization for a victim of a sex offense to file a petition for termination of parental rights if the child was conceived as a result of that offense. The bill establishes that such a conviction is grounds for termination, and it ensures that the perpetrator loses all parental rights, including custody and visitation. Additionally, it mandates that the perpetrator is responsible for all associated court costs and fees.

The bill also introduces new articles that clarify the rights of petitioners, including the right to counsel, and outlines the court's discretion in appointing counsel for children involved in these proceedings. It emphasizes that the best interests of the child must be considered in termination cases, particularly when the grounds for termination involve a sex offense. Furthermore, the bill repeals an existing article related to termination proceedings, streamlining the legal framework surrounding these sensitive cases.