By james art BATON ROUGE — Gov. Jeff Landry called a special session of the Louisiana Legislature Monday to discuss changes to the state’s tax system.
The special session is “focused on rebuilding our antiquated tax system and growing our economy” and will begin on November 6 and run through November 25.
“During this special session, we have the opportunity to give teachers a permanent raise, put more money in every worker’s pocket, eliminate the prescription drug tax, and provide much-needed tax relief for seniors,” said Landry. “I’m eager for them to introduce this new book and finally make Louisiana a beacon of hope – inviting families and businesses back home. It’s time to move Louisiana forward.”
In an order calling for the session, Landry’s office said it hopes the session will amend state and local tax laws and pass legislation on corporate franchise and income taxes, as well as pass legislation that would increase the standard deduction. applied income tax for those over 65.
Landry’s executive order also calls for laws that incentivize the leasing of public lands, as well as calling for statewide elections for statewide changes to the state’s tax system and economy.
Earlier this year, the state Legislature opted out of a special session on taxes, with leaders saying “the issues are too complex to address” at the time.