Assigned to JUD FOR COMMITTEE

ARIZONA STATE SENATE

Phoenix, Arizona

FACT SHEET FOR S.B. 1090

juvenile justice coordinating committee; extension

Purpose

Continues the existence of the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Committee (JJCC) until December 31, 2002.

Background

The JJCC consists of 26 members representing the three branches of state government and members of the public who have knowledge or experience in the area of juvenile justice.

The JJCC is required to supervise and assist in the implementation of the audit recommendations submitted to the Legislature by Deloitte & Touche, the firm retained by the JJCC to study juvenile justice issues in Arizona. The JJCC also coordinates and disseminates juvenile justice information between city, county and state agencies that deal with juvenile offenders. The JJCC is required to submit an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature on or before November 15 of each year.

The extension is requested in order to allow the committee additional time to study and implement the Deloitte & Touche recommendations. Without the extension the JJCC will cease on December 31, 2001.

There is no known fiscal impact to the state general fund associated with this legislation.

Provision

1. Continues the JJCC until December 31, 2002.

2. Provides for a general effective date.

Prepared by Senate Staff

January 19, 2001