Local & Municipal Affairs
π Next Meeting: TBD
π§Ύ Bills Pending: 27
Members
π₯
W. Jay Luneau
(D)
π₯
Gerald Boudreaux
(D)
Bills Pending in Local & Municipal Affairs
HB139: Creates the Parkview Oaks Crime Prevention and Improvement District in East Baton Rouge Parish
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-08
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Paul Sawyer
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HB213: Provides relative to the Downtown Development District of the city of Baton Rouge
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-08
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Terry Landry Jr.
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
HB247: Creates the Allen Parish Economic Development District and abolishes the Allen Parish Tourist Commission
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-08
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Dewith Carrier
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO THE CREATION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS
The creation of additional economic development districts expands layers of government with independent funding mechanisms that often operate with limited transparency and accountability. These districts can divert tax revenue away from core public services while concentrating decision-making in unelected or lightly supervised bodies.
HB681: Provides relative to the Lakeview Crime Prevention District in Orleans Parish
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-08
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Stephanie Hilferty
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
HB812: Authorizes limited increases in annual compensation for assessors in each parish (EG +$847,031 LF EX See Note)
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-08
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Ken Brass
Co-sponsors: Beth Billings Delisha Boyd Chad Boyer Tehmi Chassion Adrian Fisher Kyle Green Steven Jackson Travis Johnson Alonzo Knox Vanessa Caston Lafleur Terry Landry Jr. Denise Marcelle Chasity Martinez Joy Walters John Wyble Rashid Young
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteHB892: Creates the West End Economic Development District in the parishes of Jefferson and Orleans
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-08
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Stephanie Hilferty
Co-sponsors: Mike Bayham Beth Billings Kim Carver Vincent Cox Jessica Domangue Barbara Freiberg Dana Henry Alonzo Knox Rodney Lyons Denise Marcelle Ed Murray Paul Sawyer
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO THE CREATION OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS
The creation of additional economic development districts expands layers of government with independent funding mechanisms that often operate with limited transparency and accountability. These districts can divert tax revenue away from core public services while concentrating decision-making in unelected or lightly supervised bodies.
HB90: Provides relative to the Ferriday Downtown Entertainment District
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-07
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Travis Johnson
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
HB138: Provides relative to the Parkwood Terrace Crime Prevention and Neighborhood Improvement District in East Baton Rouge Parish
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-07
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Barbara Carpenter
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
HB127: Provides relative to the Victoria Farms Crime Prevention and Improvement District in East Baton Rouge Parish
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-07
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Vanessa Caston Lafleur
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
HB122: Provides relative to the Spring Lake Subdivision Improvement District in Orleans Parish
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-07
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Candace Newell
Co-sponsors: Delisha Boyd Aimee Freeman Dana Henry Alonzo Knox Denise Marcelle Ed Murray Sylvia Taylor Joy Walters
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
HB120: Creates the Real Timbers Crime Prevention and Security District in Orleans Parish
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-07
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Delisha Boyd
Co-sponsors: Aimee Freeman Dana Henry Terry Landry Jr. Ed Larvadain Rodney Lyons Ed Murray Candace Newell Neil Riser Sylvia Taylor Joy Walters
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
HB286: Provides for the St. Tammany Parish Mosquito Abatement District
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-07
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Stephanie Berault
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HB462: Provides relative to the Capital Area Road and Bridge District
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-07
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Dixon McMakin
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
SB453: Provides for the creation and alteration of hospital service districts in Terrebonne Parish and LaFourche Parish. (8/1/26)
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-01
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Robert Allain
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB458: Provides for local ethics entities. (8/1/26)
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-01
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Patrick McMath
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB485: Provides for the levy of premium tax in the city of St. George. (8/1/26)
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-01
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Rick Edmonds
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB517: Provides for the board of commissioners of the Baton Rouge North Economic Development District. (8/1/26)
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-04-01
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Regina Barrow
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB444: Provides relative to expropriation by the city of St. George. (gov sig)
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-31
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Rick Edmonds
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB443: Creates the New Orleans Hospitality and Entertainment District. (gov sig)
Last Action: Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-31
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Kirk Talbot
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB231: Provides relative to blighted property. (8/1/26)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Regina Barrow
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB285: Provides for appointments to the Shreveport Downtown Development Authority. (8/1/26)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Alan Seabaugh
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GENERAL OBJECTION TO SPECIAL DISTRICTS
Special districts already represent an expansion of specialized governmental authority, often operating with independent funding and limited oversight. Special district within the boundaries of an existing political subdivision add another layer of government with overlapping authority, funding, and responsibility. This fragmentation reduces transparency and makes it more difficult for citizens to understand who is accountable for decisions and spending. The legislature should avoid creating parallel governing structures where existing local government already has jurisdiction.
SB282: Authorizes the creation of a cooperative economic development district affiliated with Baton Rouge Community College in East Baton Rouge Parish. (gov sig)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Regina Barrow
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB283: Creates the BLVD at Harding Area Special District in the city of Baton Rouge. (gov sig)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Regina Barrow
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB281: Provides for changes to the Baker Economic Development District. (gov sig)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Regina Barrow
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB343: Provides relative to the Recreation and Park Commission for the parish of East Baton Rouge. (gov sig)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Regina Barrow
π Details π View Bill on Legislature WebsiteSB390: Creates a mandate for digital mapping of all utility systems in the state of Louisiana. (gov sig) (OR INCREASE SG EX See Note)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Robert Allain
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SB348: Provides for third party service providers and enforcement of motor vehicle liability security. (8/1/26)
Last Action: Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs.
Date: 2026-03-09
Pending: π Local & Municipal Affairs π Not Scheduled
Author: Rick Edmonds