California – On January 4, 2016, California Assembly Member Cristina Garcia introduced a bill (1561) that would make tampons and sanitary napkins exempt from sales tax. Assembly Member Garcia is passionate about the issue. “This is not insignificant to women, especially poor women on a tight budget who struggle to pay for basic necessities like…
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Oregon – Since it became legal on October 1, 2015, sales tax had not been required for Oregon Marijuana recreational users, However, January 4, 2016 the state now requires a sales tax of 25%. This tax does not apply to people who purchase medical marijuana, only recreational buyers will be affected. The new sales tax is projected…
Join our sales tax expert Chanel Davis at the Professional Forum Lunch and Learn Presentation on Friday February 5, 2016. “Your Annual Sales Tax Check-up: Assessing Your Sales Tax Exposure and Risk” Many companies are focused on new product offerings, growing the business, and expanding into new territories. Have you determined how your business growth impacts…
Montana – Online travel companies such as Priceline, Travelocity, Orbitz and Expedia must pay Montana’s sales tax on lodging and car rentals for the fees they collect from customers who book through their websites, the Montana Supreme Court ruled, per greatfallstribune.com. The high court said in its August 12, 2015 ruling that the companies must pay…
Texas – On September 1, 2015, House Bill 158 took effect. The bill states that the collection of sales tax on sporting goods is to fund the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Ninety-four percent of the proceeds will be credited to that department. The remaining six percent will be credited to the Texas Historical Commission….
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Florida – An annual tax holiday for veterans was proposed in Florida by Democrat Kionne McGhee (HB 279). This tax holiday would run from Nov 1st to December 31st starting in 2016 and would allow veterans to purchase certain items without requiring sales tax. Items would consist of clothing under $100, Shoes, personal computers under $1,500,…
Ohio – Women in Ohio may be paying less for their feminine hygiene products. Democratic representatives have presented new legislation, House Bill 272, which would make these products sales tax-exempt. This bill was introduced June 6, 2015 and as of October 1st it went to the House Ways and Means Committee. “Pads, tampons and other products are not…
