This bill enacts Chapter 7-D of Title 40 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, establishing the Law Enforcement Recruitment Incentive Program and the Law Enforcement Recruitment Incentive Fund. The program aims to assist in recruiting law enforcement officers by providing one-time incentive payments of $5,000 to newly-employed officers who meet specific eligibility criteria, including obtaining POST-certification within one year and maintaining continuous full-time employment for at least two years. The fund will be managed by the state treasury, with provisions for investment and the handling of unexpended funds.

The bill outlines the process for requesting incentive payments, which must be submitted by the respective sheriff or police chief to the appropriate review boards. It also includes reimbursement requirements for officers who do not fulfill their employment obligations, such as voluntary separation or dismissal for cause. The program is set to terminate on July 1, 2025, at which point any remaining funds will be transferred to the state general fund. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.