Metropolitan Council Regular Meeting
2026-04-22 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-06 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-20 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-03 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-17 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | City Hall, 222 St. Louis St., Baton Rouge, LA, 70801, United States
Open, public meetings. Get involved. See website for agenda.

V.O.T.E. Monthly Meeting: EBR Chapter
2026-04-23 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-28 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 | 251 Florida St, Ste 400, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, 251 Florida St. Suite 400, Baton Rouge, LA, 70801, United States
Everyone is welcome! Voices of the Experienced, come say hello! The Baton Rouge Chapter of VOTE meets on the 4th Thursday of every month from 6-8pm. A light meal will be served.

CAPRI & Frederick Douglas Project: Tour of L.C.I.W.
2026-04-24 12:00 - 15:30 | LA Correctional Institute for Women
Invitation Only. You must be approved 14 days prior to the tour. If you would like to join us on an additional prison or jail tour, please email stobin@ebrcjcc.org. Thank You!

CAPRI's TRANSPORTATION TEAM MEETING
2026-04-27 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-25 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-29 11:00 - 11:30 | LA
The CAPRI Transportation Workgroup meets once per month to tackle one of the most critical — and most challenging — reentry needs: reliable transportation. These community leaders are steering the conversation and laying the groundwork for a comprehensive transportation pipeline that ensures returning citizens can get to where they need to go — to work, to services, to stability.
Currently recruiting new members, the workgroup is calling on the Capital Region’s best and brightest from the Office of Motor Vehicles, the Department of Transportation, public transit, bicycle vendors, auto dealers — and yes, even anyone who can skateboard resources to the table! If you’re involved in helping people move, this team needs your voice, your expertise, and your ideas.
Help build a transportation network that works — because access to mobility is access to opportunity.
To get involved or for more information, contact Stacci Tobin: stobin@ebrcjcc.org

EMPLOYBR REGIONAL JOB FAIR: ReEntry Row
2026-04-29 09:00 - 13:00 | Raising Cane’s River Center

CAPRI LEGAL TEAM MEETING
2026-05-01 12:00 - 12:30, 2026-06-05 12:00 - 12:30 | https://url.avanan.click/v2/r01/___https://meet.google.com/bxt-tbqp-nxb___.YXAzOmNyaW1pbmFsanVzdGljZWNvb3JkaW5hdGluZ2NvdW5jaWw6YTpvOmU3MjRhNGM1ODJiOTRiMTZjN2Q3ODI1NDRmOTM1NjI4Ojc6MmFkYzowMDAzZmI0OWQ0NjRiY2UxMzczZjdjZDMxMThhZDA0NWJiMWIxMGE0NWQ0NGYzODZjNWIwMjY5MTUyZDVjODI4OnQ6VDpG
CAPRI’s incredible Legal Team meets monthly on the first Friday at noon, bringing together dedicated Baton Rouge leading attorneys and community advocates committed to supporting justice-involved individuals. This passionate group has developed a comprehensive legal services pipeline tailored to the needs of formerly incarcerated men and women, ensuring consistent access to expungement screenings, legal consultations, and strategic support.
At the heart of this work is an exceptional group of leaders who guide the team with vision, compassion, and deep expertise. This legal super team provides critical services like Free Expungement Screenings, TWIC Card Appeals, SSI/SSDI Benefit Consultations, Warrant Resolution Clinics, and many other services that help remove barriers to ReEntry and empower individuals to move forward with dignity and opportunities.
To join the Workgroup or access services, please join us at our monthly meeting or reach out directly through the Hub. Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/bxt-tbqp-nxb

CAPRI'S 2ND CHANCE EMPLOYMENT TEAM MEETING
2026-05-05 10:00 - 10:40 | https://caprihub.org/event/capris-2nd-chance-employment-team-meeting-2/2026-05-05/
The CAPRI Second Chance Employment Team meets on the first Tuesday of every month, bringing together one of the largest and most action-driven workgroups in the Capital Area. With one in three Louisianans having some type of a record, this team leads one of the most critical missions in our community, connecting returning citizens to meaningful employment and sustainable career pathways.
We partner with employers ready to strengthen their workforce and make a lasting impact. Members gain insight into effective hiring strategies, local workforce trends, and valuable incentives that support second chance employment.
Through this collaborative network, you’ll learn how to access untapped talent, improve retention, and utilize programs such as Federal Bonding, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA), On-the-Job Training (OJT), and Incumbent Worker Training.
Join us to be part of a solution that benefits businesses, individuals, and the entire community. Everyone is welcome.

Administration of Criminal Justice Meeting
2026-05-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Louisiana State Capital HCR 6
Agenda is online:
https://house.louisiana.gov/Agendas_2026/May_2026/0506_26_cj.pdf
HCR 50 CHASSION CORR FACILITIES/JAILS Requests certain state
and governmental entities to report on opioid
abatement and treatment programs in correctional
facilities, and to clarify guidance regarding available
funding for such programs
HB 219 OWEN, CHARLES CRIMINAL/PROCEDURE Provides relative to
post-conviction relief or parole when a verdict is
rendered by a non-unanimous jury
HB 251 LANDRY, MANDIE CRIMINAL/PROCEDURE Provides with respect
to criminal resentencing
HB 404 CHASSION CORR FACILITIES/JAILS Provides for
medication-assisted treatment for substance abuse in
jails and prisons
HB 769 BOYD DOMESTIC ABUSE Provides relative to the
removal authority process with respect to domestic
offenders
HB 1065 CARTER, WILFORD PARDON/PAROLE Provides relative to parole
eligibility, consideration, and hearings for persons
convicted by a non-unanimous jury
SB 58 KLEINPETER CRIME/PUNISHMENT Imposes a mandatory
minimum sentence for aggravated flight from a law
enforcement officer.
SB 81 MORRIS, JAY CRIMINAL PROCEDURE Provides relative to
waiver of a trial by jury in a noncapital felony case.
SB 92 MIZELL CRIMINAL RECORDS Requires district attorneys
to submit sexual assault collection kits to the
statewide tracking system.
SB 97 MORRIS, JAY CRIMINAL PROCEDURE Constitutional
amendment to require the prosecutor’s consent for a
defendant to waive his right to a trial by jury.
SB 141 MORRIS, JAY COURTS Provides that activities of the Integrated
Criminal Justice Information System PolicyBoard be
performed by the Louisiana Supreme Court.
SB 156 KLEINPETER CRIME/PUNISHMENT Increases the maximum
period of imprisonment for negligent homicide.
SB 181 FOIL CHARITABLE GAMING Provides an exemption
for nonprofit healthcare organizations to hold and
operate a license for conducting certain raffles.
SB 207 MIGUEZ CRIMINAL PROCEDURE Provides 10-year time
limitation on prosecution of certain crimes committed
by elected officials and public employees.
SB 396 CLOUD JUVENILE JUSTICE Provides that children in
custody of the office of juvenile justice may attend
review hearings via secure video conference.
SB 410 MORRIS, JAY CRIME/PUNISHMENT Provides enhanced
penalties for accessories after the fact to sex offenses.
Any interested person or any committee member may file with the committee a prepared statement
concerning a specific instrument or matter under consideration by the committee or concerning any
matter within the committee’s scope of authority, and the committee records shall reflect receipt of
such statement and the date and time thereof.
NOTE: Statements may be filed with the House Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice
via email at h-acrj@legis.la.gov. Statements submitted, and the information contained therein, are
public records and subject to disclosure pursuant to public records laws.
Audio/visual presentations, such as PowerPoint, shall be filed with the House Committee on
Administration of Criminal Justice via email at h-acrj@legis.la.gov at least 24 hours prior to the
scheduled start of the committee meeting. No flash or thumb drives will be accepted.
LEGISLATIVEINSTRUMENTSMAYBEDELETED (DOESNOTREQUIRE
HOUSE RULES SUSPENSION) OR ADDED (REQUIRES HOUSE RULES
SUSPENSION) PRIOR TO THE MEETING DATE. (HOUSE RULES 14.23
AND 14.24) SEE THE DAILY NOTICE OF COMMITTEE MEETINGS
POSTED PRIOR TO MEETING DATE.
DEBBIE VILLIO
Chair

Cleo Fields Redistricting Informational Tour: Baton Rouge
2026-05-07 17:30 - 18:30 | BRCC Magnolia Performing Arts Theater, 201 Community College Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, 70806, United States
Please come out and join me for my Redistricting Informational Town Hall Series. I’ll be answering your questions around the recent Louisiana v. Callais decision and how this could impact the upcoming election in November.

CAPRI's SECOND CHANCE TUESDAY!! A Monthly ReEntry Resource & Job Fair
2026-05-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-09 14:00 - 16:00 | EBRPL-Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, United States
PLEASE PRE-REGISTER HERE:
If you’ve been in jail or prison and need a little help, don’t miss this event!! PARTICIPANTS: https://forms.gle/4Jkt6PLwHr7stS749
If you are a hiring employer and want to access an untapped pool of talent and financial incentives, don’t miss this event!! EMPLOYERS/VENDORS: https://forms.gle/DJPNwodxTHw4SfRM7
Second Chance Tuesday is a monthly ReEntry Resource & Job Fair hosted by the Capital Area Prisoner ReEntry Initiative (CAPRI), connecting justice-impacted individuals and families with employers, community partners, critical support services, and tools for success.
Held on the second Tuesday of each month, this event provides access to employment & workforce opportunities, housing resources, free expungement screenings, education, OMV, health and wellness, family and peer support, and so much more. All at the same time, same place every month in one welcoming, judgment-free space.
Second Chance Tuesday is about reducing recidivism, strengthening families, and proving that everyone deserves an opportunity to succeed. Employers who believe in second chances and service providers committed to real impact come together to create pathways to stability and long-term success in the Capital Area.
Free and open to anyone with a record.
Event is subject to inclement weather. For more information: Call Stacci Tobin @ 225.407.7056
We know that public safety is about strengthening our communities.

CAPRI EDUCATION Workgroup Meeting
2026-05-15 12:00 - 12:40, 2026-06-19 12:00 - 12:40 | LA
The Higher Level of Education, the Lower the Recidivism Rate.
Join the amazing CAPRI Education Team, led by Dr. Brandy Tyson, Interim Assistant Vice Chancellor for Academic & Workforce Development at Baton Rouge Community College and Co-Chaired by Lacey Brown, EOC Assistant Director/Student Success Advisor, of the TRIO Program at Baton Rouge Community College. This team is paving the way in the development of a comprehensive pipeline of educational services for anyone who is formerly incarcerated, at any stage of their education.
From literacy classes to enrolling in college. From HISET to Scholarships to Apprenticeships, this team has several entry points in which to engage. They meet virtually every third Friday of the month at Noon.
Contact through The Hub for more information.

CAPRI General Coalition Luncheon: RSVP Required
2026-05-19 11:00 - 13:00 | EBRPL-Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, United States
2026 General Coalition RSVP (2)
Please register here (required): https://forms.gle/9n9Ac4CmQCdYh13P9

CAPRI Housing Workgroup Meeting
2026-05-20 11:00 - 11:40 | https://caprihub.org/event/housing-wg-may-2-2-2-2/2026-05-20/
The CAPRI Housing Workgroup meets every third Wednesday of the month virtually, bringing together community housing providers and partners to address one of the greatest barriers to successful ReEntry, safe and stable housing. This collaborative team works to identify solutions, share resources, and expand housing opportunities for returning citizens across the Capital Area.
The housing team is essential to reducing recidivism. We are building a responsive housing pipeline that includes property owners, landlords, leasing agents, housing assistance providers, first-time homebuyer representatives, emergency and transitional housing options, shelters, and sober living programs. We are looking for individuals interested in building pathways to stability, reducing homelessness, shaping policy, building new partnerships, and supporting long-term success for formerly incarcerated.
Together, we are breaking down barriers and building bridges to safe, secure, and supportive housing, the foundation of successful ReEntry. Please join us, everyone is welcome.

The City of Baker's Career Fair
2026-05-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Baker Municipal Auditorium, 3325 Groom Road, Baker, LA, 70714
Launch into your future! Hosted by the City of Baker and the Baker Chamber of Commerce. All skill levels welcome.
For more information or to become a vendor, contact: Bridget Riley 225-412-4311

CAPRI's HEALTH & WELLNESS MEETING
2026-05-21 15:00 - 15:30, 2026-06-18 15:00 - 15:30 | LA
The CAPRI Health & Wellness Group meets monthly on the third Thursday at 3pm virtually, discussing collaborative goals in creating a safe space for formerly incarcerated to plug in to resources, healing, and support. This dynamic team focuses on the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the formerly incarcerated community, building pathways to wellness that are community-centered and trauma-informed.
Led by the gregarious and deeply committed Reese King, the group brings energy, empathy, and innovation to every meeting. Together, they’ve developed holistic strategies that address Post-Incarceration Trauma Syndrome, as well as other critical health needs, promoting long-term wellness. At CAPRI’s Second Chance Tuesday, they offer everything from Narcan instruction, health education, and mental health resources to wellness workshops and peer support. Contact through The Hub for more information.

2026 Inspiration Day
2026-05-23 10:00 - 14:00 | INSPIRATION CENTER, 5509 Winbourne Ave, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70805
Join us for an unforgettable day!
Refreshments, Food, Entertainment, Kids Zone, Arts and Crafts, and so much more!
Free event and pets on a leash welcome.
Vendors first come, first serve: Deadline to register is May 13th

CAPRI'S 2ND CHANCE EMPLOYMENT TEAM MEETING
2026-06-02 10:00 - 10:40 | https://caprihub.org/event/capris-2nd-chance-employment-team-meeting-2/2026-06-02/

CAPRI Housing Workgroup Meeting
2026-06-17 11:00 - 11:40 | https://caprihub.org/event/housing-wg-may-2-2-2-2/2026-06-17/
