Bill
HB 823
COURTS: Establishes a homeless diversion pilot program in Orleans Parish (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF EX See Note)
2026 Regular Session
Introduced by Tehmi Chassion and 1 co-sponsor
Louisiana HB 823 creates Orleans Parish court diversion pilot directing homeless defendants to supportive services instead of prosecution or jail.
Effective date: 08/01/2026.