Florida Enacts New Permanent Sales Tax Exemptions Effective August 1, 2025

Florida has enacted new permanent sales tax exemptions, effective August 1, 2025. Learn what purchases qualify and how businesses should prepare for compliance.

Medical Center in Indiana Correctly Denied Sales Tax Refund

An Indiana medical center was denied a sales tax refund after failing to meet exemption documentation requirements. Learn what this case means for nonprofit compliance.

Mississippi Reduces Sales Tax Rate on Groceries, Effective July 1, 2025

Starting July 1, 2025, Mississippi will reduce its sales tax rate on grocery items. Find out how this change affects retailers and tax compliance in the state.

Tennessee Extends Sunset Date for Broadband Equipment Exemption

Tennessee has extended the sunset date for its broadband equipment sales tax exemption. Get the latest update and learn how this impacts telecom tax planning.

New Process for Indiana Restaurant Sales Tax Exemption Goes into Effect

Indiana has implemented a new process for restaurant sales tax exemption claims starting July 1, 2024. Learn how to comply and avoid audit risk under the new rules.

Alabama Passes Sales Tax Exemption for Menstrual and Maternity Products

Alabama now exempts menstrual and maternity products from sales tax. Learn which items qualify, when the change takes effect, and what it means for buyers.

South Carolina Amends Sales Tax Exemption for Durable Medical Equipment

Effective May 12, 2025, South Carolina has amended the state’s sales tax exemption for durable medical equipment and related supplies which are paid for directly by Medicaid or Medicare funds. The exemption has been amended to remove the requirement that…

Arkansas Enacts Exemption for Sales to Qualified Nonprofit Organizations

Discover Arkansas\’s new sales and use tax exemption for nonprofit organizations with annual budgets under $200,000 providing charitable services.

Arkansas to Exempt Food and Food Ingredients from State Sales Tax

Learn how Arkansas\’s new food tax exemption affects sales tax. Ideal for tax pros and accountants seeking clarity and compliance help.

The Unexpected Connection Between Sales Tax and Sustainability

Explore how sales tax policies intersect with sustainability goals. Learn how tax incentives, exemptions, and green initiatives can shape a more sustainable future.

Illinois Clarifies Tax Implications for Scaffolding Leases and the Use of Exemption Form ST-587

Illinois provides guidance on the tax treatment of scaffolding leases and proper use of exemption form ST-587. Learn how contractors and lessors should comply.

Indiana DOR Says No Exemption for Chef Attire

Indiana\’s Department of Revenue rules that chef attire is not exempt from sales tax. Learn how this impacts restaurants, uniform policies, and compliance.

Kentucky Court Ruling Opens Sales Tax Exemption for Small Food Manufacturers

A Kentucky court ruling explains sales tax exemptions for small food manufacturers. Learn how this decision impacts businesses and tax compliance in the state.

Idaho Passes Legislature Creating Exemption for Small Sellers

Idaho approves a sales tax exemption for small sellers! Learn how this new legislation impacts businesses and what it means for tax compliance.

Wyoming Extends Sunset Date for Manufacturing Exemption

Wyoming has enacted legislation that extends the sunset date for the state’s manufacturing sales and use tax exemption.

Michigan Extends Tax Exemption for Data Centers to Boost Industry Growth

In a move to solidify Michigan’s position as a hub for data center operations, the state legislature has amended the Use Tax Act with Senate Bill 237.

Driving Range’s Golf Balls Do Not Qualify for Resale Exemption in Texas

After an administrative hearing, a Texas Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) ruled that golf balls purchased by a golf course for use at the golf course’s driving range and putting green did not qualify for a resale exemption.

New York Releases Advisory Opinion on Charges Admission to Mystery or Escape Rooms

In an Advisory Opinion, dated August 20, 2024, the petitioner, who charges its customers an entry fee into a locked room where a group of up to ten must solve puzzles, riddles, and other exercises with the means of escaping the room or solving a mystery, has asked the Department to advise on the taxability of such admission charges.

Nevada Approves Sales Tax Exemption for Diapers

On November 5, 2024, Nevada voters approved a ballot measure that will exempt diapers from Nevada sales and use tax, effective January 1, 2025.

Juice Drink Sales Tax Action Dismissed by Washington Court of Appeals

This case began after Keith Caneer purchased 100% juice from four major grocery stores which charged Mr. Caneer sales tax on the juice, tax which the plaintiff claims was wrongly and unfairly collected, as the juice was exempted from sales tax.

Missouri Enacts Sales Tax Exemption for Utility Infrastructure and Electricity Generation

Missouri has enacted Senate Bill 872, bringing significant changes to the state\’s sales tax regulations for the utility sector.

Alabama Tax Certificates of Exemption for Governmental/Statutorily Exempt Entity Projects

Alabama Tax Certificates of Exemption for Governmental/Statutorily Exempt Entity Projects

Kentucky Changes Filing Thresholds and Adds Exemptions

Kentucky enacted legislation effective July 15, 2024, that expands sales tax exemptions and changes definitions and filing thresholds.

New York Updates Cap Amount for Sales Tax Exemption for Electronic News Services

The cap amount for the New York sales and use tax exemption on sales and uses of electronic news services is set to increase.