Here you can read up on significant developments in the world of sales and use tax. Find the latest legislative updates and helpful tips to keep you in compliance across all 50 states. You can filter news items by topic and/or a jurisdiction of interest.
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.
The Colorado Department of Revenue has issued a General Information Letter (GIL) regarding whether electricity sold at electric vehicle charging stations by entities other than electric utilities is subject to Colorado sales tax. The GIL is in response to a…
The Texas Comptroller issues guidance on how to contest disagreed audits. Learn key steps, deadlines, and documentation tips for handling sales tax disputes.
New Jersey is upgrading its tax filing system, with temporary service interruptions expected. Find out when the outage occurs and how to prepare for the update.
South Dakota will suspend the tax collection allowance credit for retailers. Learn when the change takes effect and how it impacts tax compliance and filings.
The Illinois Department of Revenue issues guidance on the sales tax treatment of dental fluoride varnish. Learn how this affects dental providers and suppliers.
Indiana\’s Department of Revenue rules that chef attire is not exempt from sales tax. Learn how this impacts restaurants, uniform policies, and compliance.
A New York Tax Tribunal ruling confirms that party platters are subject to sales tax. Learn how this impacts food sellers and catering businesses in the state.
Utah enacts a new sales tax exemption for facilities that manufacture qualifying energy storage devices or equipment. Learn who qualifies and how to claim it.
Utah eliminates its transaction-based threshold for economic nexus. Learn what this change means for remote sellers and how it affects sales tax compliance.
Nova Scotia is reducing its HST rate! Learn when the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) change takes effect and how it impacts businesses and consumers.
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 approves a sales tax exemption for small sellers! Learn how this new legislation impacts businesses and what it means for tax compliance.
Stay compliant with Nebraska sales tax changes! Learn how Legislative Bill 208 impacts tax rules, Streamlined Sales Tax compliance, and businesses in the state.
A taxpayer, a masonry contractor in Chicago, inquired about the application of Illinois’ new lease tax, effective January 1, 2025, regarding the sale and lease of construction equipment. They sought clarification on whether the tax rate should be determined by…
The Arizona Department of Revenue clarifies transaction privilege tax (TPT), use tax, and sourcing rules in a new advisory statement. Learn key takeaways for businesses handling Arizona sales tax compliance.
The Virginia Department of Taxation has announced a new sales tax form, the ST-1. The ST-1 form will replace multiple sales tax forms and schedules, including the ST-9, ST-8, ST-7, and ST-6.
Ohio’s newly enacted House Bill 315 (H.B. 315) introduces significant changes to how delivery network services collect sales and use tax.
Wyoming has enacted legislation that extends the sunset date for the state’s manufacturing sales and use tax exemption.
South Dakota’s Senate Bill 43, signed into law on February 18, 2025, sets a clear timeline for when remote sellers and marketplace providers must register and begin collecting sales tax.
On February 4, 2025, a federal judge ruled that Rogolino et al. v. Walmart Inc. must move to arbitration.
The Illinois Department of Revenue has clarified that wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, and grab bars do not qualify for the reduced 1% state sales tax rate applied to medical appliances.
The North Dakota Office of State Tax Commissioner has issued updated guidance on its Voluntary Disclosure Program (VDP).
Maine Revenue Services (MRS) has issued an important notice regarding the proper procedure for claiming credits on sales tax returns for goods purchased for resale.