Louisiana Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Property Tax Exemptions for Seniors

The Louisiana Legislature passed a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to create additional property tax exemptions for homeowners aged 65 and older, in addition to existing homestead exemptions. The law provides a tiered exemption range from $6,000 to $30,000 in assessed value based on age groups. The proposed amendment will be submitted to voters in the November 2026 election. [H.B. 514, enacted 05/22/26]

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