House Bill No. by Representative Thompson amends R.S. 33:2740.45 to increase the maximum rate of ad valorem taxes that the governing authority of Morehouse Parish can levy for public cemeteries from two mills to three mills. The proceeds from these taxes will be allocated for the acquisition, improvement, maintenance, and upkeep of public cemeteries within the parish. The bill stipulates that the imposition of these taxes must be approved by a majority of qualified electors in the affected wards through an election.

Additionally, the bill allows the governing authority of Morehouse Parish to utilize unexpended proceeds from any previously levied taxes for the acquisition and improvement of public cemeteries, specifically for tax years prior to 2025. This provision expands the potential use of funds collected from earlier tax years, ensuring that they can be directed towards enhancing cemetery facilities. The act will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated period for bills to become law without a signature.

Statutes affected:
HB299 Original:
HB299 Engrossed:
HB299 Enrolled:
HB299 Act 493: