LEGISLATIVE AUDITOR: Requests the legislative auditor to provide information relative to the Louisiana Commission on Justice System Funding

This resolution (HR 244) requests the Louisiana legislative auditor to review audits of criminal fines, fees, and court costs collected by local and state entities. The auditor must compile a report by January 2026 detailing how much the judicial system relies on these fees, the costs of collecting them, unused fees, outstanding debt, and alternative funding options. The report will assess whether the current funding model is sustainable and provide recommendations for fully funding courts without fines or fees. This procedural resolution directly affects the state’s judicial funding structure and will inform future legislative decisions.