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Tax Free Bonds (1981)

Louisiana: The State We're In

Details

Collection:LPB

Genre: News, Public Affairs

Place Covered: Louisiana

Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority

Date Issued: 1981-05-01

Duration: 00:09:22

Subjects: Louisiana Legislative Session, 1981 | Louisiana. Legislature | Politics | LEGISLATION | BONDS | Tax exemptions | Business

Contributors:

  • George, Beth Host
  • Blome, Ron Host
  • Parker, Mary Evelyn Speaker
  • Bruneau, Peppi Speaker
  • Bagert, Ben Speaker
  • Hainkel, John Speaker
  • Bronner, Hank Speaker
  • Netherton, Judy Speaker
  • Bussie, Victor Speaker

Description

This segment from the May 1, 1981, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features a report on a committee hearing for a bill that would tighten the rules for the use of tax-free industrial development bonds for private projects. This hearing includes passionate testimony in favor of the bill by State Treasurer Mary Evelyn Parker. Host: Beth George Host: Ron Blome