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HB 240

DISTRICTS/CRIME PREVENT: Provides relative to the Brookstown Neighborhood Crime Prevention District in East Baton Rouge Parish

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Vanessa LaFleur

Establishes Brookstown Neighborhood Crime Prevention District in East Baton Rouge Parish to enable localized community crime prevention and public safety initiatives.

Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 164.
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Bill Summary · HB 240

Legislative bill overview

HB 240 establishes the Brookstown Neighborhood Crime Prevention District in East Baton Rouge Parish, creating a formal governance structure for the area. The bill enables this neighborhood district to implement crime prevention initiatives and community safety programs within its designated boundaries.

Why is this important

Neighborhood crime prevention districts allow specific communities to organize, fund, and implement localized public safety strategies tailored to their unique needs. This formalization gives the Brookstown neighborhood legal authority to coordinate with law enforcement and establish crime reduction programs while maintaining local control over implementation.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism unclear – The bill doesn't specify how the district will be funded (property taxes, grants, bonds, or other revenue sources), which affects implementation capacity
  • Governance structure undefined – Details about board composition, election procedures, and decision-making authority are not addressed in this summary
  • Scope of authority – The extent to which the district can enforce regulations or coordinate with existing city/parish law enforcement agencies remains ambiguous

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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