Would a bigger exemption give homeowners meaningful relief without starving local governments of needed revenue?

Opublikowano: 2026-10-28

Louisiana State Treasurer Dr. John Fleming joins Newell to make the case for why it’s time to raise the state’s homestead exemption for the first time in over four decades, warning that soaring home values are pushing tax bills out of reach for working families. Then, Dr. Fleming breaks down why our current exemption hasn't kept pace with modern real estate prices, how neighboring states are stepping up to protect homeowners, and how Louisiana can deliver direct tax relief while still funding essential local services.