California – In the state of California, orthotic’s are regarded as “medicines pursuant.” Purchased orthotic devices are not subject to tax as long as prescribed by a physician. The prescription does not have to necessarily be filled by a pharmacist, as-long-as accompanied by a prescription. You may also order one from a clinic, physical therapist…
California – Effective November 1, 2017, Senate Bill 1 increased the state excise tax on motor vehicle fuel and diesel fuel along with the sales and use tax rate on diesel fuel in California. The tax increase is expected to raise more than $5.2 million per year to repair roads, improve public transit, and reduce…
CALIFORNIA- State Senator Bob Hertzberg formally introduced his first bill, Senate Bill 8, as 2014 came to a close. The bill, also known as The Upward Mobility Act, will impose sales and use tax to additional specific services provided in the state to increase state revenue. The economy of California has changed radically since the current…
CALIFORNIA – Beginning July 1, sales tax will be included in the price of food truck items listed. If the vendor does not indicate that sales tax is included, they would need to add sales tax to the price of the taxable item. The State Board of Equalization approved an amendment to tax rules for…
CALIFORNIA – Online shoppers in California are now paying sales tax on shipping and handling. According to the Board of Equalization, sales tax should be collected when a seller makes a combined charge for shipping and handling or postage and handling if the invoice does not show the actual cost of the individual delivery. If…
