The bill enacts Subpart CC of Part II-A of Chapter 1 of Subtitle I of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, establishing the Criminal Justice Priority Funding Commission and the Criminal Justice Priority Fund. The commission will consist of twelve members, including legislative leaders and representatives from various state departments, and will be responsible for reviewing applications for funding related to juvenile detention facilities and other criminal justice projects. The program aims to provide grants for the construction, refurbishment, and necessary repairs of juvenile and adult correctional facilities, as well as funding for other criminal justice priorities.

Additionally, the bill outlines the administration of the program by the division of administration, which will consult with relevant stakeholders and establish a working panel to review applications. The commission will make funding recommendations to the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget, which will have final approval over grant awards. The Criminal Justice Priority Fund is created to manage the financial resources allocated for these projects, ensuring that unexpended funds remain available for future use. The bill is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.