This bill amends and reenacts certain provisions of Louisiana law regarding the Back on Track Youth Pilot Program, specifically R.S. 15:951(C) and (E), and introduces new language in R.S. 15:827.3(A)(2)(d). The bill allocates fifteen percent of annual savings from criminal justice reforms to the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Board, which will administer and operate the Back on Track Youth Pilot Program. Additionally, the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Board is designated as the intermediary for the program, granting it the authority to manage funds and make necessary adjustments to program funding.

Furthermore, the definition of "youth or youths" is updated to include individuals who are at least sixteen years of age and not more than twenty-four years of age, replacing the previous definition that capped the age at eighteen. This change broadens the eligibility for the program, allowing for a greater range of young individuals to benefit from the initiatives aimed at supporting their development and reintegration into society.

Statutes affected:
HB584 Original: 15:3(A)(2), 15:951(C)
HB584 Engrossed: 15:951(C)
HB584 Enrolled: 15:951(C)
HB584 Act : 15:951(C)