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the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
Thibaut HB No. 781
Abstract: Creates the Offender Reentry Support Pilot Program in Pointe Coupee Parish.
Present law provides for reentry programs for offenders housed in the Dept. of Public Safety and
Corrections facilities.
Proposed law retains these provisions of present law and extends reentry programs to offenders
housed in local jails through the creation of the Offender Reentry Support Pilot Program to be
operated in Pointe Coupee Parish.
Proposed law provides that the program shall include all of the following components:
(1)An offender rehabilitation and accountability plan - providing for defined goals following
incarceration, resolution of any behavioral issues, and introduction to community leaders
where the offender will be released.
(2)An educational and job skills training plan - providing vocational and on the job training
prior to release.
(3)An employment preparation plan - providing work skills, communication, attitude, and
personal responsibility.
(4)A post-release support plan - including housing plans, health care, insurance,
transportation, and substance abuse treatment.
Proposed law requires a report from the sheriff to the legislature regarding the implementation of
the pilot program.
Proposed law provides for an advisory council appointed by the sheriff to assist with the
operation of the program.
(Adds R.S. 15:745-745.3)