This bill establishes the Louisiana Center for Safe Schools within the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Criminal Justice, which will oversee school and nonprofit security programs. The center is tasked with 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, it will coordinate with various state agencies and establish emergency notification systems to improve security measures.

The bill also repeals existing laws related to the Louisiana Commission on School and Nonprofit Security and creates the School and Nonprofit Security Advisory Council, which will review and endorse security frameworks, make recommendations for interagency coordination, and issue annual reports on security initiatives. Members of the previous commission will transition to the new council, ensuring continuity in leadership. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without signature.

Statutes affected:
HB821 Original:
HB821 Engrossed:
HB821 Reengrossed:
HB821 Enrolled:
HB821 Act 846: