The original instrument was prepared by Ann S. Brown. The following digest, which
does not constitute a part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by Alan Miller.
DIGEST
SCR 64 Engrossed 2023 Regular Session Barrow
Recreates the La. Public Defender Optimal Funding Group to continue its study and make
recommendations regarding the feasibility of establishing an optimal funding mechanism for the La.
Public Defender Board.
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Committee Amendments Proposed by Senate Committee on Judiciary B to the original bill
1. Decreases the number of members appointed by the governor from six to four.
2. Decreases the number of members appointed by the chief justice from four to three.
3. Adds one member appointed by the La. Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.