With the recent passage of HB 2755, Illinois will be offering two different amnesty programs within the next 16 months, pending approval by the governor. The first program will run from October 1 through November 15, 2025. This program is
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Louisiana Legislation Prohibits Class Action Lawsuits Against the La. Department of Revenue
Yesterday, the Louisiana Legislature passed House Bill 416 and sent it to Governor Landry for his executive approval. If the bill becomes law, which is likely, it will prohibit class action lawsuits:
- Against the Louisiana Department of Revenue in the
Alysse McLoughlin to Present at NYU SALT Program
Jones Walker SALT Partner Alysse McLoughlin will present “International Issues in State Taxation” on July 23, 2025 in New York. The Intermediate State and Local Taxation Conference presents in-depth analysis of complex problems state and local tax professionals regularly encounter
Join JW SALT Partners at the IPT Annual Conference June 22-25 in Ft. Lauderdale
Join Jones Walker SALT Partners Jeff Birdsong, Katie Quinn, and Chris Lutz at the 49th Annual IPT Conference June 22-25, 2025 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
Monday, June 23
“Don’t Crumble When They Bundle – Bundling in the Age
Proud to Sponsor the American Petroleum Institute Excise Tax Forum in Houston, TX
We had a great time sponsoring the American Petroleum Institute’s 2025 Excise Tax Forum in Houston! This program offered meaningful insights on motor fuel tax issues, state sales and use, IRS updates, and audit discussions. Thank you for a wonderful
NOAA Expects Busier-Than-Normal 2025 Hurricane Season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season predicts an above-normal season with a 60% chance of exceeding typical storm activity between June 1 and November 30. Forecasters anticipate 13 to 19
Judge Jay Lobrano appointed Local Tax Judge at the Board of Tax Appeals
On May 23, 2025, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry appointed Francis J. (Jay) Lobrano as the Local Tax Judge of the Louisiana Board of Tax Appeals to complete the term of outgoing Local Tax Judge, now Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Cade
The CHOICE Act: An Unprecedented Shift in the Future of Noncompete Agreements in Florida
The Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act marks a significant shift in the state’s approach to noncompete agreements, reinforcing employer protections and reshaping restrictive covenants. This legislation, set to take effect on July 1, 2025,
JW SALT is Proud to Support IPT as a Foundational Partner
We are proud to be an IPT Foundational Partner for 2025, supporting IPT’s mission to provide top-tier education and resources for state and local tax professionals. Our partnership underscores our commitment to industry excellence and professional development. Learn more about
That’s a Wrap on COST Spring in New Orleans!
Thank you to the Council on State Taxation (COST) for letting us host the opening reception at the 2025 Spring Conference! We had a great time celebrating, reconnecting, and meeting for insightful programming! We can’t wait to see everyone again