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FAQs About Caddo Parish School Board Votes To Give Tax Break To Local College Students

What is the Caddo Parish School Board voting on?

The Caddo Parish School Board voted Tuesday night to give a tax break to local college students, a move that could save them hundreds of dollars a year.

Who is eligible for the tax break?

The tax break is available to any student who is enrolled in a college or university in Caddo Parish, regardless of their residency.

How much will the tax break save students?

The tax break is worth $500 per year, which could save students hundreds of dollars a year on their property taxes.

When will the tax break go into effect?

The tax break will go into effect on January 1, 2024.

Why did the Caddo Parish School Board vote to give a tax break to college students?

The Caddo Parish School Board voted to give a tax break to college students in order to make it more affordable for them to attend college. The board believes that this tax break will help to attract and retain college students in Caddo Parish, which will benefit the local economy.

What is the impact of the tax break on the Caddo Parish School Board?

The tax break is expected to cost the Caddo Parish School Board $500,000 per year, which will be offset by the increased property tax revenue that will be generated by the new college graduates who stay in Caddo Parish.

What is the reaction to the tax break from college students?

College students are very pleased with the tax break and say it will make it much more affordable for them to attend college.