[StBernard] Disaster Relief Update From State Senator Walter Boasso

[Westley Annis]

Disaster Relief Update From State Senator Walter Boasso 

January 17 , 2006


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The Louisiana Department of Revenue would like to advise taxpayers that as a
result of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, the distribution of the state's 2005
income tax return forms has been delayed for approximately one month. In
anticipation of meeting this challenge, taxpayers are encouraged to file
returns electronically no earlier than February 1st.

"Under present circumstances, as Louisiana's recovery from the hurricanes
continues to move forward and taxpayers make plans for the future, LDR is
dedicated to providing the resources to make the task of filing income tax
returns convenient. This includes incorporating amendments resulting from
the recent U.S. Congressional and State Legislative special sessions in
response to the storms." said Louisiana Department of Revenue Secretary
Cynthia Bridges. 

Preparing to file state tax returns electronically, rather than manually
will provide significant relief from the anticipated delays. While manual
filing of returns can result in refunds reaching taxpayers as long as six to
eight weeks after filing, "E-Filing" has steadily increased in popularity
due to the speed, accuracy and convenience of the electronic process.

If you have concerns about this, please do not hesitate to contact my
district office at 504-270-9258. 

With best regards,

 
Senator Walter J. Boasso
Louisiana State Senate District 1