House Bill No. 218 proposes to transfer the administration of the Cecil J. Picard Educational and Recreational Center from the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, specifically the office of juvenile justice, to the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP). The bill enacts a new section, R.S. 29:726.9, which outlines the responsibilities of GOHSEP regarding the management and operation of the facility, including all associated lands, property, and equipment. Additionally, it allows the deputy director of GOHSEP to set rental rates and usage fees for the center and mandates the establishment of necessary rules and regulations for its operation.

Furthermore, the bill repeals R.S. 15:905.1, which previously governed the management of the center under the office of juvenile justice. This legislative change aims to streamline the administration of the facility and align it with the mission of GOHSEP, enhancing its operational efficiency and oversight.

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