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MS SB2731
Bill
AI Summary
- Renames the "Adolescent Opportunity Program" within the Division of Youth Services to the "Juvenile Justice Diversion Program" (JJDP)
- Requires JJDP to offer alternatives to detention during after school and weekend hours, including job-readiness skills training, curfew and house arrest monitoring, community service work hours, and restorative justice practices
- Authorizes JJDP to operate as both pre-petition diversion and post-adjudication diversion to divert juveniles from detention, subject to legislative appropriations
- Expands required evidence-based program elements to include substance abuse treatment and education, individual counseling, and social adaptability skills training such as conflict resolution
- Takes effect July 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Juvenile Justice Diversion Program; authorize diversion within the Division of Youth Services within DHS.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/3/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/19/2026
Full Bill Text
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