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Domestic Violence Prevention Commission, LA

Domestic Violence Prevention Commission public meetings in 2023

4 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Aug 16, 2023

Domestic Violence Prevention Commission

✓ Decided: Commission reviews Louisiana violence survey and trauma-informed health plan

The commission heard a presentation on the 2023 La Violence Experiences Survey and an update on the Louisiana Whole Health trauma-informed plan. No official actions were taken as a quorum was not established.

Tue Jul 25, 2023

Domestic Violence Prevention Commission

✓ Decided: Domestic Violence Prevention Commission adopts new member appointment bylaws

The Commission approved updated bylaws regarding the process for seeking new appointments when members fail to attend a required number of meetings. The body also approved meeting minutes from January and April 2023 and received reports on legislative reviews and data collection.

Tue Apr 25, 2023

Domestic Violence Prevention Commission

✓ Decided: Domestic Violence Prevention Commission reviews bylaws draft and legislative bills

The commission met to review a working draft of its bylaws and current domestic violence legislation. No votes were taken on the bylaws or the January 2023 minutes, which were not approved. Subcommittee reports were provided regarding law implementation, victimization data, and needs assessments.

Tue Jan 24, 2023

Domestic Violence Prevention Commission

✓ Decided: Commission approves 2022 Annual Report and establishes bylaws subcommittee

The Commission approved the 2022 Annual Report with an added summary of progress on recommendations and a uniform definition for domestic violence and abuse. Members also voted to create a subcommittee to develop commission bylaws. The meeting included a presentation on the Louisiana Supreme Court Protective Order Registry and updates on firearm transfer data collection.