This event will provide a comprehensive overview of recent changes to Louisiana’s state and local tax structure, focusing on key developments and their implications. Participants will gain insights into the expansion of sales tax coverage, including new services and products that are now subject to both state and local sales tax. Experts will also discuss the proposed constitutional amendments that could impact Louisiana’s tax landscape, offering an in-depth understanding of their potential effects on taxpayers and businesses. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of these evolving tax policies and how they may influence compliance and strategic planning in the state. 

Attendees will be able to recognize the significant changes to Louisiana’s state and local tax structure, identify the additional services and products that are now subject to state and local sales tax, and understand the proposed constitutional amendments impacting Louisiana taxes.

Andre Burvant is a partner at Jones Walker in the Tax Practice Group. Andre counsels clients on state and local tax planning, audit defense, tax refunds and credits, and represents businesses and individuals in tax controversy work before the Louisiana Department of Revenue and local parish taxing agencies. Andre also represents clients in tax controversies before the Louisiana Board of Tax Appeals and in state and federal courts.