News+Alerts
IRS Halts New ERC Processing; Criminal Cases Being Worked on Current Claims
September 15, 2023
A moratorium on processing of new claims through year’s end will allow the IRS to add more safeguards to prevent future abuse and protect businesses from predatory tactics. The IRS is working with the Justice Department to pursue fraud fueled by aggressive marketing.
Call to Action: Ask Lawmakers to Cosponsor Bill to Delay BOI Reporting Requirement
September 07, 2023
We urge LCPA members to contact their Representatives and Senators in Congress by Sept. 15, either through email or phone calls, asking them to cosponsor H.R. 4035 and S. 2623. See tips on contacting your Member of Congress.
LA 2nd Amendment Sales Tax Holiday Reinstated; Set for Sep 1-3
August 23, 2023
The 2023 Annual Louisiana Second Amendment Weekend Sales Tax Holiday begins on Friday, September 1, at 12:01 a.m. and ends at midnight on Sunday, September 3, 2023.
LDR Credit Taxes Paid and Restore LA Loan Program
August 17, 2023
Get the latest on Louisiana tax credits and disaster recovery assistance.
2023-24 Board of Directors Elected at Annual Meeting
August 11, 2023
LCPA held its Annual Meeting and Election of Officers on August 9 at The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans. Meet our new Board of Directors.
LCPA Announces 2023 Service Award Recipients
August 11, 2023
LCPA recently honored 10 members for their remarkable contributions to the CPA profession and the communities they serve. Read about these outstanding individuals and their service that makes us proud!
LDR Jul 1 and Oct 1 Nicotine & Vapor Products Taxing & Purchasing Changes
June 29, 2023
LDR has issued guidance on Act 414.
LDR RIBs issued – North and Central La. State of Emergency Declaration
June 27, 2023
LDR grants extensions to North and Central Louisiana due to severe weather and issues written request procedures for non-resident emergency services.
Jun 9, 2023 Comply FTC Safeguard Rule; Jan 1, 2024 BOI Reporting Start Date
June 07, 2023
Updates on the FTC's Safeguards Rule (deadline June 9, 2023) and how it impacts tax preparers; and news on accessing resources for new Beneficial Ownership Information reporting requirements — an anti-money laundering initiative enacted through the Corporate Transparency Act.
Coalition Including CPAs Calls Attention to New Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Requirements
May 26, 2023
Access resources to learn about the beneficial ownership information reporting requirement under FinCEN’s Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).
LDR Automatic Filing Extensions and Worker Classification
May 09, 2023
Our Advocacy Team keeps you updated on issues impacting how you do business.
LCPA Announces the 2023-24 BOD Slate of Candidates
April 26, 2023
See who the LCPA Nominating Committee selected as candidates for the 2023-24 Board of Directors.
April 18 Not LDR Holiday for Est Tax & L-1
April 13, 2023
April 18, Emancipation Day, is NOT a holiday for Louisiana purposes. Take a look at LDR Filing Due dates for Monday, April 17, 2023
LDR Sec. Richard’s letter to LCPA regarding business E-file
March 09, 2023
Read Sec. Richard's letter to LCPA members in response to frustration experienced with the electronic filing of business tax returns this filing season.
IRS Special Saturday Hours Face-to-Face During Tax Season
February 08, 2023
Get in-person help without an appointment; Lake Charles open this Saturday, Feb 11.
LDR Partnership, Apprenticeship, AG Fencing Guidance Issued
February 08, 2023
Links to new LDR Policy Statements on topics important to you
LDR isssues 1099-NEC Filing Guidance
January 12, 2023
Read RIB 23-006 State Filing Requirements for IRS Form 1099-NEC
LDR 1099-NEC; Recently Issued Policy Statements; Legislative Summary
January 11, 2023
Get the latest news from LDR provided by your LCPA Advocacy Team!
LDR Updates
January 11, 2023
LCPA's Advocacy Team has communicated to LDR the numerous questions members have sent us requesting clarification for 1099-NEC and partnership filing requirements. LDR has informed us that they are focused on the issuance of guidance on 1099-NEC filing requirements and partnership return filing requirements.
Governor Edwards Declares Louisiana CPA Week; CPAs Visit Classrooms to Promote Accounting Careers
November 07, 2022
LCPA is pleased to announce that Governor John Bel Edwards has commended and recognized the week of November 7- 11, 2022, as “Louisiana CPA Week.”