MOVEBR Program Overview

The MOVEBR Transportation and Infrastructure Improvements Program is the most significant transportation infrastructure investment in the history of East Baton Rouge Parish. The 1/2 cent sales tax proposition, which excludes food and drugs, was approved by the voters of East Baton Rouge Parish on December 8, 2018. The tax became effective on April 1, 2019 and will continue for 30 years until March 31, 2049. Proceeds of the tax can only be spent on the list of projects approved by the voters.

The MOVEBR Program will invest more than $1 billion to help reduce traffic congestion, build sidewalks and manage traffic signals throughout East Baton Rouge Parish.

On August 28, the Metro Council approved an initial bond sale of up to $200 million to kick-start construction on the MOVEBR projects.