House Bill No. by Representative Lyons amends the Back on Track Youth Pilot Program by reallocating the management and funding responsibilities. Specifically, the bill changes the allocation of 15% of annual savings from the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Board to the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, office of juvenile justice. This adjustment is intended to streamline the administration of the program, which aims to support youth involved in the criminal justice system.

Additionally, the bill updates the list of entities responsible for administering the program. It adds the office of juvenile justice to the list of administering bodies while removing the Louisiana Children's Trust Fund Board. The office of juvenile justice is also designated as the intermediary for the program, granting it the authority to manage funds and make necessary adjustments to program funding. These changes are aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and oversight of the Back on Track Youth Pilot Program.

Statutes affected:
HB1204 Original: 15:3(A)(2), 15:951(C)