Bills to reduce individual and corporate income taxes and the corporate franchise tax are awaiting debate in the Senate as lawmakers delay a vote on another part of Governor Landry’s tax reform plan that would expand sales tax to services like lawn care, tattoos, and coin-operated laundries. Political Analyst Bernie Pinsonat says for the Governor tax plan to work, he needs measures to raise revenue.
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The state is offering relief to those who have delinquent fees and fines with the Office of Motor Vehicles. Commissioner Dan Casey says they want to help and have recalled debts from the Office of Debt Recovery and reset fees back to original amounts.
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Those owing fines need to contact the OMV to pay the original fine or to work out a payment plan before December 31st.
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, you might want to consider taking in the St. Tammany Collectors Convention in Mandeville. Andrew Greenstein reports.
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Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain is set to visit the UK to promote Louisiana spices, meet ag officials, and tour farms and other agricultural sites. He’s excited about expanding Louisiana’s agricultural influence and fostering cultural exchange through food.