State Extends Tax Deadlines for Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Francine

September 16, 2024 Last Edit: March 20, 2026

These extensions give small businesses time to recover from the disaster

State Extends Tax Deadlines for Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Francine

The state Department of Revenue has granted tax extensions for all 64 parishes impacted by Hurricane Francine. The extensions do not apply to any returns or taxes due before Sept. 11. Here’s a breakdown of the key dates:

Individual, Fiduciary, and Partnership Income: For returns due between Sept. 11, 2024, and Feb. 3, 2025, the new deadline is Feb. 3, 2025.
Estimated Income Payments: Payments due on Sept. 16, 2024, and Feb. 3, 2025, are extended to Feb. 3, 2025.
Sales Taxes: Due dates from Sept. 11 to Sept. 30, 2024, are extended to Oct. 20.
Withholding Taxes: Payments that were due between Sept. 11 and Sept. 30 will be due on Oct. 31.
Severance & Excise Taxes: Originally due between Sept. 11 and Sept. 30, the deadline has been extended to Oct. 31.

These extensions give small businesses time to recover from the disaster, ensuring they don’t face penalties or late fees while managing their finances during recovery. Click here to learn more.

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Louisiana

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