News & Alerts

IRS announced tax relief for LA individuals and businesses affected by severe winter ice storms. Taxpayers now have until 3/31/26 to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. Read the complete IRS announcement for details on affected taxpayers, casualty losses, and other relief.

Read the latest on Pass-Through Entity Elections, Mobile Workforce Exemption, Obsolete Tax Exemptions, Deductions, Credits, and Miscellaneous Provisions, and more.

Effective immediately, LDR is advising taxpayers about a change in how the USPS applies postmarks to mailed items. This change may affect the timeliness of mailed Louisiana tax returns and tax payments. Read more on avoiding postmark issues.

In a letter today to IRS Acting Commissioner Secretary Scott Bessent, Governor Landry has formally requested an initial extension of deadlines under 26 U.S.C. § 7508A(c)(2) in the wake of Winter Storm Fern.

The Louisiana Department of Revenue mandates electronic filing and payment for several business tax returns, forms, payments. and fees. See what applies.

LDR gives notice that the penalty for underpayment of estimated corporation income taxes will now be enforced. See payment details.

Read more on LDR's latest RIBs, notices, rules: S Corps filing requirements, school donations, sales tax, mandatory e-file, and more.

Read how new postal service postmarks could impact returns considered "timely filed" or not.

Learn more about the new LDR Secretary and other promotions

The IRS, state tax agencies and the nation’s tax industry are partnering again for this annual event that emphasizes the importance of protecting sensitive financial information from identity theft and tax scams, especially as the holidays and the 2026 tax season approach. Get tips to keep your info safe.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the Louisiana Department of Revenue will expand its electronic filing and payment mandate to business tax returns, forms, payments and fees including all withholding taxes and most sales & use taxes. Read more.

Louisiana Economic Development is seeking qualified CPAs to perform expenditure verification report services for various LED programs. Deadline Nov 21

Read the latest from LDR on mandatory e-filing and payment requirements, vending machine tax, work-based learning tax credit, taxability of transportation charges, and more.

As the government shutdown continues, the IRS has furloughed approximately 46% of its employees. Read the IRS’s updated contingency plan and the steps outlined to mitigate some of the impact of the government shutdown.

Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board has implemented a Combined State and Local Sales Tax Return via Parish E-File. Read about the changes and what actions are required before October filings.

Government shutdowns cause significant harm to our tax administration system. Read AICPA's comment letter to IRS lapse plan.

Read how taxes are impacted on boat sales, Jobs Act Tax Credit, Fortified Roof Tax Credit, documentation requirements, plus comments on rule-making.

EFTPS is no longer accepting new individual users after October 17. Read what important steps you should take to prepare taxpayers for the change.

Hunters get a tax break during the 2nd Amendment Weekend Sales Tax Holiday, Sept. 5-7.

LCPA is proud to introduce the volunteer leaders elected by our members to guide the profession into the new year. Meet our 2025–26 Board of Directors, who bring fresh perspectives, proven expertise, and a commitment to advancing the CPA community across Louisiana.