Senate Bill No. by Senator Talbot establishes the New Orleans Hospitality and Entertainment District as a political subdivision of Louisiana, aimed at fostering economic and community development in Orleans Parish. The bill delineates the district's boundaries and governance structure, which will be managed by a board of commissioners comprising ten members, including representatives from hospitality and tourism organizations and four residents appointed by the mayor of New Orleans. The district is empowered to levy taxes, collect special assessments, create subdistricts, and issue bonds to support its initiatives, with specific taxes on hotel occupancy and food and beverage sales allocated for tourism marketing and operational purposes.

The legislation also outlines the board's composition and operational guidelines, emphasizing that members must be registered voters with significant business interests in tourism and will serve without salary, though they may be reimbursed for expenses. The bill grants the district various powers typical of political subdivisions, including the ability to sue, acquire property, and enter contracts, while adhering to public bid laws with certain exceptions until the 2013 Super Bowl. Overall, the bill aims to enhance tourism, public safety, and community development within the designated hospitality zone in New Orleans, which includes areas like Faubourg Marigny, the French Quarter, and the Central Business District.