Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board public meetings in 2024
11 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board will vote on resolutions to amend the FY 2024-2025 budget and approve the FY 2023-2024 attestation questionnaire. They will also receive updates on the remote sellers commission, single filing system, and taxability of magazines, newspapers, periodicals, and grocery/meal delivery services. Additionally, the board will elect officers for 2025 and adopt the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Resolution: Amendment of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget (Board Action Required)
- Resolution: FY 2023-2024 LLA’s Attestation Questionnaire (Board Action Required)
- Remote Sellers Commission Update
- Election of Officers – Calendar Year 2025 (Board Action Required)
- 2025 LULSTB Meeting Schedule (Board Action Required)
The Board approved a mid-year budget adjustment for one-time implementation costs and adopted the 2025 meeting schedule. Members also approved the FY 2023-2024 attestation questionnaire and financial reports for October and November 2024.
- Approved $389,389 budget amendment for one-time implementation costs (Unanimous)
- Approved FY 2023-2024 Attestation Questionnaire as amended (Unanimous)
- Approved October and November 2024 financial reports
- Adopted 2025 meeting schedule
- Elected Kressy Krennerich as Chairperson (Unanimous)
- Elected Amanda Granier as Vice Chairperson (Unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda and October 10, 2024 minutes
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Board will review updates regarding the Single Filing and Remittance System under Act No. 375 (2023). Discussions include tax advisory proposals for magazines, newspapers, periodicals, and grocery or meal delivery services.
- Act No. 375 (2023 Regular Session) Single Filing and Remittance System update
- Taxability of Magazines, Newspapers, and Periodicals update
- Groceries/Meals Delivery Services taxability update
- TaxWatch API Modification Proposal update
- September 2024 Financial Statements and Budget Review
The Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from September 26, and the current financial reports. The board received updates on the Remote Seller Commission's collections and the progress of the Uniform Return and Remittance Project.
- Adopted the October 10, 2024 meeting agenda
- Approved the September 26, 2024 meeting minutes
- Accepted financial reports, including bills totaling $12,865
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board will meet to receive updates on the Remote Sellers Commission, the single-filing and remittance system under Act 375, and electronic meeting requirements under Act 393. The board will also consider tax advisory proposals on magazines, newspapers, periodicals, and grocery/meal delivery services, and review financial reports for August 2024.
- Remote Sellers Commission update by Executive Director Renee E. Roberie
- Act 375 update on single-filing and remittance system, including lookup tool hold harmless provision and uniform return project
- Act 393 update on electronic meetings requirement, with final rule published in September 2024 Louisiana Register
- Tax advisory proposals on taxability of magazines, newspapers, periodicals, and groceries/meals delivery services
- Financial reports for August 2024, including budget review and bill payments
The Board accepted the August 2024 financial reports and approved bill payments of approximately $24,000, requiring budgeted amounts to be revised for the next statement. Members also discussed contract negotiations for a uniform return and remittance system and the implementation of electronic meeting rules.
- Adopted the September 26, 2024 meeting agenda
- Approved August 22, 2024 meeting minutes as amended
- Approved August 2024 bill payments of approximately $24,000
- Accepted August 2024 financial reports with a requirement to revise budgeted amounts
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board will consider an executive director resolution and select a vendor for the Uniform Return and Remittance System. The meeting also includes updates on remote sellers, tax advisory proposals, and financial reports for July 2024.
- Executive Director Resolution – Board Action Required
- Uniform Return and Remittance System Vendor Selection – Board Action Required
- UELRRAC Vendor Recommendation Discussion
- Updates on Tax Advisory Proposals: taxability of magazines/newspapers and groceries/meals delivery services
- Financial reports: July 2024 statements, budget review, and bill payments
The Board approved Avenu as the selected vendor for the Uniform Return and Remittance System following a recommendation from the UELRRAC. Additionally, the Board authorized the Executive Director to negotiate and sign vendor contracts.
- Approved Avenu as the selected vendor for the Uniform Return and Remittance System (5-1)
- Authorized Executive Director Lymon to enter negotiations and sign contracts with vendors
- Approved financial statements for the month ending July 2024
- Adopted the August 22, 2024 meeting agenda
- Approved meeting minutes from July 30, 2024
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on the Remote Sellers Commission, Act 375 (single filing and remittance system), Act 393 (electronic meetings), tax advisory proposals, and the FY 2024-2025 budget adoption schedule. The board will also review financial statements and reports for May and June 2024, and discuss vendor proposals for the Uniform Electronic Local Return and Remittance System.
- Remote Sellers Commission Update
- Act No. 375 (2023) – Single Filing and Remittance System update
- Act No. 393 (2023) – Electronic Meetings Rule update
- Tax advisory proposals on magazines/newspapers and groceries/meal delivery services
- FY 2024-2025 Budget Adoption Schedule update
The Board approved the meeting agenda, the June 13, 2024 minutes, and financial reports for May and June 2024. Members received updates on remote seller collections and the status of a new project manager hire. The UELRRAC committee recommended Avenu as a vendor, which the Board will consider in future meetings.
- Adopted the July 30, 2024 meeting agenda
- Approved the June 13, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved financial reports and bill payments for May and June 2024
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The provided document contains the 2024 regular meeting schedule and list of appointed members for the Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board. There are no specific items, proposals, or decisions listed for the June 13 meeting.
The Board approved the amended FY 2024-2025 budget totaling $1.34 million. The meeting also included updates on remote seller collections and electronic meeting rules.
- Approved FY 2024-2025 budget as amended (Unanimous)
- Adopted the June 13, 2024 meeting agenda
- Approved May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board will meet on May 9, 2024, to receive updates on the Remote Sellers Commission, Act 375's single filing and remittance system, and tax advisory proposals on magazines and grocery delivery services. The board will also review the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and discuss a project manager position. Financial reports for March and April 2024 are included for approval.
- Remote Sellers Commission update
- Act 375 (2023) single filing and remittance system update
- Tax advisory proposals on magazines/newspapers and groceries/meal delivery
- FY 2024-2025 proposed budget presentation
- Project manager position discussion
The Board approved the posting of a Project Manager position and added Secretary Nogess as an authorized signer for the LAMP account. Members reviewed a proposed FY 2024-2025 budget featuring a 25% increase, with a public hearing scheduled for May 29, 2024.
- Approved posting of Project Manager position as written
- Added Secretary Nogess as a second depositor/authorized signer for the LAMP account
- Approved bill payments for months ending March 31, 2024, and April 30, 2024
- Approved minutes from March 21, 2024, and April 25, 2024, with corrections
- Adopted the May 9, 2024, meeting agenda
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board will discuss updates on the Remote Sellers Commission and Act 375 single filing system, along with tax advisory proposals on magazines/newspapers and grocery delivery services. The board will also review the FY 2024-2025 budget adoption schedule, financial reports, and a project manager position. The meeting was rescheduled from April 11.
- Remote Sellers Commission Update
- Act No. 375 (2023) Single Filing and Remittance System update
- Tax Advisory Proposals: taxability of magazines, newspapers, and periodicals; groceries/meals delivery services
- FY 2024-2025 Budget Adoption Schedule
- Project Manager Position Discussion
The board failed to establish a quorum and agreed to hear information without taking action on agenda items. Discussions included updates on tax advisory proposals, the FY 2024-2025 budget schedule, and the potential hiring of a part-time Project Manager.
- No action items decided due to lack of quorum
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Board will review updates on the Remote Sellers Commission and the Annual Audit Report for FY 2022-2023. Discussion items include tax advisory proposals regarding magazines, newspapers, periodicals, and grocery/meal delivery services.
- Remote Sellers Commission Update
- Annual Audit Report for FY 2022-2023 update
- Taxability of magazines, newspapers, and periodicals update
- Groceries/meals delivery services taxability update
- 7722 Office Park Blvd., Suite 300 expansion proposal
The Board approved plans to expand its office space at 7722 Office Park Blvd and voted to open a Louisiana Asset Management Pool (LAMP) account for excess funds. Members also accepted the hold harmless terms for the Look-up Tool and approved financial reports for January and February 2024.
- Approved terms of the hold harmless provision for the Look-up Tool
- Voted to open a LAMP account and explore deposit amounts
- Approved modification plans to expand office space by 260 square feet and pay cash if possible
- Approved bill payments and financial reports for January and February 2024
- Approved the meeting agenda
- Approved meeting minutes from January 25, 2024, and February 8, 2024
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The board will receive updates on the Remote Sellers Commission and the FY 2022-2023 Annual Audit Report. Members will discuss tax advisory proposals regarding delivery services and periodicals, as well as a proposal to expand the office at 7722 Office Park Blvd., Suite 300.
- Update on Act No. 375 regarding Single Filing and Remittance System
- Taxability proposals for magazines, newspapers, periodicals, and groceries/meals delivery services
- Expansion proposal for 7722 Office Park Blvd., Suite 300
- Review and approval of January 2024 bills paid
- Update on Louisiana Asset Management Pool (LAMP)
The board failed to meet the required quorum of five members, with only four members or proxies present. The meeting was held for informational purposes only; no motions were made and no items on the agenda were approved.
Louisiana Uniform Local Sales Tax Board
The Board will review the annual audit report for fiscal year 2022-2023 and various legislative updates. Discussion includes tax advisory proposals regarding the taxability of certain goods and services.
- Annual Audit Report for FY 2022-2023
- Update on Act No. 375 Single Filing and Remittance System
- Taxability update for magazines, newspapers, and periodicals
- Taxability update for ceramic coatings, sealants, and auto wraps
- Taxability update for grocery and meal delivery services
The Board approved a draft document regarding electronic meeting guidelines under Act 393. Members also reviewed the FY 2022-2023 annual audit and approved December 2023 bill payments.
- Approved the agenda for the January 25, 2024 meeting
- Approved minutes from the December 14, 2023 meeting
- Approved draft rules for electronic meetings per Act 393
- Approved bill payments for December 2023
- Received December 2023 financial reports