EPPJ hears update on homestead exemption, solar farm

By: NANCY DUPLECHAIN Staff Reporter During its February meeting, the Evangeline Parish Police Jury heard updates on a new law regarding homestead exemption and updates on a solar project coming to the Faubourg area. Evangeline Parish Tax Assessor Chris Guillory addressed Provision Act 179 of the 2023 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature. He explained it is an addition to the homestead e…