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LA HB1109
Bill
Status
3/31/2026
Primary Sponsor
Raymond Crews
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AI Summary
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Establishes or modifies the Post-Conviction Veterans Mentor Program to assist veterans involved in the criminal justice system
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Pairs eligible veterans who have completed their sentences or are on probation/parole with volunteer veteran mentors
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Aims to reduce recidivism by providing peer support, guidance, and connection to veterans' services and resources
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Outlines eligibility requirements for both mentees (veteran status, conviction type) and volunteer mentors
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May include provisions for program administration, training requirements for mentors, and coordination with the Department of Corrections or Veterans Affairs
Legislative Description
Provides relative to the Post-Conviction Veterans Mentor Program (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF EX)
VETERANS
Last Action
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.
4/1/2026