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Louisiana
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 18, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Louisiana, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Resources or Louisiana Economic Development's Resources for Impacted Businesses.
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Energy Assistance Program
Through the Louisiana Housing Corporation, COVID-19-related financial assistance may be available to help pay energy and heating bills. Assistance is determined based on household income. The monthly household income limit can be found here: » more information -
Water Shut-Off Suspension
All water shut-offs in the City of Baton Rouge are suspended indefinitely. » more information -
New Orleans Louisiana: Water Shut-Off Suspension
Effective immediately, the City of New Orleans has suspended water-shuts offs and will work to restore services to those who have been disconnected. The Sewage & Water Board will prioritize the most recent shut-offs, but encourage seniors or those … » more information -
Water Shut-Off Suspension
Shreveport Water & Sewerage will not be disconnecting water service for non-payment during the COVID-19 crisis. After the duration of the crisis, disconnections will resume on delinquent accounts. » more information
Insurance-Related Relief Programs
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Medicaid
The Louisiana Department of Health provides health care for qualifying Louisiana residents through Medicaid. The program works to ensure that eligible adults and children have access to needed health care services by enrolling and paying providers … » more information
Tax-Related Relief Programs
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Credit for Family Leave for Certain Self-Employed Individuals
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) creates a refundable income tax credit for self-employed individuals who would otherwise be entitled to paid sick leave under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion … » more information -
Payroll Credit for Required Family Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages required to be paid under the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (the “EFMLEA”). » more information -
Payroll Credit for Required Paid Sick Leave
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act provides a tax credit to eligible employers for wages paid under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (the “EPSLA”). » more information -
Special Rule Related to Tax on Employers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) exempts employers from employer-side Federal Insurance Contributions Act (“FICA”) (or employer-side taxes under the parallel social security system for railroads (“RRTA”)) … » more information -
State Income and Franchise Tax Return Extensions
The deadline for state income tax returns for partnerships, individuals, fiduciaries, and corporations has been extended to July 15, 2020. No penalties or interest will be assessed provided that the return and payment are submitted to the Department … » more information
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