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LA HB307

LA HB307
Creates the Shreveport Healthcare and Innovation District


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Introduced
02/28/2024
In Committee
04/16/2024
Crossed Over
04/15/2024
Passed
Dead
06/03/2024

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To enact Chapter 27-I of Title 33 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, to

AI Summary

This bill creates the Shreveport Healthcare and Innovation District, a political subdivision of the state of Louisiana. The district is established to facilitate the creation of high-paying jobs, assist biomedical institutions and employees with development, increase research and training dollars, enhance interdisciplinary biosciences, and act as a link between private sector life sciences companies and the district. The district will be governed by an 11-member board with representatives from the state legislature, local government, academic institutions, and healthcare systems. The district is granted various powers, including the ability to acquire and develop real estate, receive public and private funding, and construct facilities to support bioscience research, education, and commercial activities.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Committee on Local and Municipal Affairs (13:00:00 5/15/2024 Room F) (on 05/15/2024)

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