Louisiana retools student internship tax credit to boost business interest

By: Wesley Muller

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: January 26, 2026

Words: 559

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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A revamped incentive gives Louisiana businesses a larger income tax break for hiring young workers for internships, apprenticeships and other qualifying positions.

The new version of the state’s Work-Based Learning Tax Credit, approved in 2025, took effect this month. It replaces two prior incentives and supports learning requirements in Louisiana’s new school accountability system.

The nonprofit Leaders for a Better Louisiana advocated for the tax credit changes because few employers took advantage …

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