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HB 222 Engrossed 2019 Regular Session Duplessis
Abstract: Extends the time period for the existence of the French Quarter Management District
located in the city of New Orleans.
Present law creates and provides for the French Quarter Management District as a political
subdivision of the state located in the city of New Orleans. Provides that the district's purposes
include enhancing public safety and sanitation, providing supplemental resources for the
enforcement of laws and regulations that relate to the quality of life for tourists, residents, and
businesses, and engaging in strategic planning, business and commercial development activities, and
administering capital improvement funds. Provides for the boundaries, governance, and powers and
duties of the district.
Proposed law retains present law.
Present law provides that the district shall exist until June 30, 2021. Proposed law extends the
existence of the district to June 30, 2028.
(Amends R.S. 25:799(A))