HB465

Creates the Violet Economic Development District in St. Bernard Parish

Introduced·2/26/26
Ment Text

Establishes the Violet Economic Development District in St. Bernard Parish to support infrastructure and community priorities.

The bill creates the Violet Economic Development District in St. Bernard Parish. The district aims to support long-term investments in infrastructure, housing, workforce development, and community priorities. It also seeks to align state, parish, and community interests related to Louisiana International Terminal impacts and opportunities. The district is governed by a nine-member board, including representatives from the governor's office, Louisiana Senate, Louisiana House of Representatives, and St. Bernard Parish. The board has powers to sue, adopt bylaws, and receive gifts or donations.

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Where it stands

Current
Municipal Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 17

House

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Municipal, Parochial and Cultural Affairs.

Mar 16

House

Read by title. Lies over under the rules.

Feb 27

House

First appeared in the Interim Calendar on 2/27/2026.