Politics How each gubernatorial candidate plans to handle the expiring sales tax By Deanna B. Narveson - September 11, 2023 The State Capitol and government complex. (Collin Richie) FacebookTwitterLinkedinEmailPrint The next governor of Louisiana will almost immediately be forced to deal with the loss of $500 million in state revenue when the temporary .45-cent sales tax expires in 2025 Already an INSIDER? Sign in.