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HB 139

DISTRICTS/CRIME PREVENT: Creates the Parkview Oaks Crime Prevention and Improvement District in East Baton Rouge Parish

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dixon McMakin and 1 co-sponsor

Louisiana creates a special taxing district in Parkview Oaks to fund localized crime prevention and infrastructure improvements through dedicated taxes on district properties.

Effective date: 05/15/2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 139

Legislative bill overview

HB 139 establishes a new special taxing district called the Parkview Oaks Crime Prevention and Improvement District within East Baton Rouge Parish. The district would have the authority to levy taxes and implement crime prevention programs, infrastructure improvements, and other community development initiatives specific to the Parkview Oaks area.

Why this is important

Special districts allow targeted public investment in specific neighborhoods through dedicated funding mechanisms. This could enable concentrated resources for crime reduction and neighborhood improvements in Parkview Oaks, though it also creates a new layer of governance and potential tax obligations for residents and property owners in that area.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax burden: Property owners in the district would face new or additional taxes; unclear whether this applies equally to residential and commercial properties
  • Governance structure: The bill's specifics on board composition, appointment processes, and accountability measures aren't detailed in the title alone
  • Equity concerns: Creating improvement districts in some neighborhoods but not others may raise questions about resource allocation and whether this addresses root causes of crime or creates fragmented approaches to parish-wide public safety

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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