Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 217: TAX/AD VALOREM-EXEMPTION: Authorizes an optional property tax exemption for blighted or derelict properties that have been rehabilitated and provides with respect to local redevelopment plans (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF RV See Note)

Enacted Last action May 29, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 422.

Plain-language summary

HB 217 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on February 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: TAX/AD VALOREM-EXEMPTION: Authorizes an optional property tax exemption for blighted or derelict properties that have been rehabilitated and provides with respect to local redevelopment plans (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF RV See Note). Primary sponsor: Chance Henry (Republican). It lists 23 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 29, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 422.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Chance Henry (Republican). 23 co-sponsors.