DeVillier’s bills include Eunice, Basile speed limits

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The old saying is “it will take an act of Congress” for something that’s difficult to get done. State Rep. Phillip DeVillier isn’t going that far, but he is asking the Legislature in the session that starts Monday to lower speed limits on La. 91 in Eunice and U.S. 190 in Basile. DeVillier said it may be first if his bill passes that speed limits are set by the Legislature. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Rep. Phillip DeVillier has filed a bill to lower speed limits on La. 91 (Maple Avenue) in Eunice and U.S. 190 in Basile. The Legislature’s session begins Monday. “One of the frustrations I have ... you have municipalities that passed resolutions after resolutions requesting the DOTD (Department of Transportation and Development) to lower the speed limits and 190 in Basile is a perfect example. …

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