HB892

Creates the West End Economic Development District in the parishes of Jefferson and Orleans

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Establishes the West End Economic Development District in Jefferson and Orleans parishes to promote economic and commercial development.

The bill creates the West End Economic Development District in Jefferson and Orleans parishes, Louisiana. The district aims to promote economic and commercial development and tourism opportunities. It is governed by a five-member board of commissioners, appointed by officials from Jefferson and Orleans parishes. The board has the authority to levy a sales tax up to 2%, subject to voter approval, to fund economic development and infrastructure projects within the district. The district's boundaries include specific parcels of land in both parishes.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 29

10:00 AM

Senate Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs

Mar 26

9:00 AM

House Committee on Municipal, Parochial and Cultural Affairs

History

Jun 1

House

Becomes Act No. 590 without the Governor's signature.

Jun 1

House

Effective date: 07/01/2026.

May 19

House

Sent to the Governor for executive approval.