House Bill No. [insert bill number] establishes the Governor's Task Force on Impaired Driving in Louisiana, enacting Part IV-A of Chapter 2 of Title 49 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. The task force aims to reduce impaired driving incidents involving alcohol, drugs, or both, and to mitigate the associated harm to individuals and communities. It will consist of 21 members, including representatives from various state agencies, law enforcement, and organizations focused on impaired driving prevention. The task force will be based in Baton Rouge and will meet at least four times a year to coordinate efforts and develop strategies to improve public safety.
The bill outlines the powers, duties, and functions of the task force, which include data collection and analysis, identifying effective countermeasures, and providing recommendations to improve impaired driving laws. It also mandates cooperation from other state agencies and allows for the use of facilities from the state library and Louisiana State University. The task force will be funded through legislative appropriations, and the attorney general is required to assist by providing legal opinions as needed.