House Bill No. by Representative McFarland establishes the Louisiana Center for Safe Schools within the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice. This new center is tasked with administering school and nonprofit security programs, which were previously governed under Title 29 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. The center's responsibilities include identifying resources to enhance safety, facilitating information sharing on security needs, developing a statewide safety framework, and providing training and technical assistance to schools and nonprofit organizations. Additionally, the center will coordinate with various state agencies and establish emergency notification systems to improve security measures.

The bill also creates the School and Nonprofit Security Advisory Council, which will consist of representatives from various state departments and organizations. This council will review and endorse security frameworks, make recommendations on interagency coordination, and issue annual reports on security initiatives. Furthermore, the bill repeals R.S. 29:726.5, 726.5.1, and 726.6, effectively dissolving the previous Louisiana Commission on School and Nonprofit Security and transferring its powers and duties to the new council. Members of the former commission will continue to serve in their roles on the advisory council, ensuring continuity in leadership and oversight.

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