The bill amends R.S. 15:624.1(D) to enhance the submission process for sexual assault collection kits by requiring district attorney offices, along with law enforcement and healthcare providers, to provide necessary information to a tracking system. The Louisiana State Police will implement this system in phases, allowing for initial participation to be based on regional needs or volume of cases.

Additionally, the bill removes the previous deadline of July 1, 2024, for full participation in the system, indicating a shift towards a more flexible timeline for implementation. The State Police is also tasked with submitting a report on the status and plan for launching the system, including details on the phased implementation, to various legislative and oversight bodies by January 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
SB92 Original: 15:1(D)
SB92 Engrossed: 15:1(D)
SB92 Enrolled: 15:1(D)
SB92 Act 353: 15:1(D)