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, while repealing existing laws related to the Louisiana Commission on School and Nonprofit Security. The new center is tasked with administering school and nonprofit security programs, identifying resources to enhance safety, facilitating information sharing, and providing training on various security-related topics. It will also develop a comprehensive statewide school safety framework and assist schools in crisis management and emergency response planning.

Additionally, the bill creates the School and Nonprofit Security Advisory Council, which will consist of various appointed members from relevant state departments and organizations. This council will review and endorse security frameworks, make recommendations on interagency coordination and funding priorities, and issue annual reports to the governor and legislature. However, the council will not have the authority to enter contracts or procure goods and services, as implementation authority remains with the Louisiana Center for Safe Schools. The bill is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action.

Statutes affected:
HB821 Original: