House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to enhance the support and resources available to survivors of sexually-oriented criminal offenses in Louisiana. The bill amends existing laws to include a new member on the Louisiana Sexual Assault Oversight Commission, specifically one with experience in forensic medical examinations for victims, selected by the Department of Justice. Additionally, it revises definitions related to "criminal justice agency," "forensic medical examination," and "sexually-oriented criminal offense" to ensure clarity and consistency in the law.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the Louisiana State Police Crime Laboratory report on the number of untested sexual assault collection kits stored by each parish and criminal justice agency, along with the date of collection. It also requires hospitals and healthcare providers to offer information and adhere to specific procedures for treating sexual assault survivors. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the framework for addressing sexual assault cases and supporting victims through technical revisions and the addition of expert members to relevant commissions.

Statutes affected:
HB884 Original: 15:555(A), 15:622(A), 40:1(A)