Sales Tax Resources & Updates

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Remote Seller Resources

Comprehensive list of resources for remote sellers following the South Dakota v. Wayfair Supreme Court decision – including state notices, videos, articles, training opportunities, and more.

Helpful Links

We’ve gathered some websites that may be helpful in finding answers to your sales tax questions or addressing your sales tax needs.

Remote Seller Nexus Chart

This remote seller nexus chart lists the states that have passed one or more types of legislation regarding nexus.

Florida Repeals Sales Tax on Commercial Rentals, Effective October 1, 2025

Florida has fully repealed state and local sales tax on commercial real estate rentals beginning October 1, 2025. Learn what property types are affected, transitional rules, and next steps for landlords and tenants.

Maryland Comptroller Releases Updated Information on Digital Advertising Gross Receipts Tax

Maryland has updated its Digital Advertising Gross Receipts (DAGR) tax guidance, including quarterly estimated payments, appeal rules, and electronic filing requirements beginning January 2026. See what providers need to know.

Maryland’s New Tech Tax Targets Digital Services

The Budget Reconciliation and Financing Act of 2025 (House Bill 352) was signed by the Maryland Governor on May 20, 2025. This bill builds on the state’s 2021 expansion of the digital goods and services tax, imposing a 3% sales tax on a broad range of data and information technology services.

Missouri Enacts Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Specified Broadband Equipment

Effective January 1, 2026, Missouri will exempt broadband providers from state and local sales/use tax on qualifying equipment like routers and cables. Learn which items qualify and how to comply.

Washington Department of Revenue Determines Substantial Nexus for Out-of-State Company Based on Local Contractor Activities

Washington\’s Department of Revenue ruled that an out-of-state company established substantial nexus through in‑state contractor activity. Discover which actions triggered liability and how this ruling impacts remote businesses.

Minnesota Requires New Accelerated Sales Tax Payments for Some Businesses

Minnesota now requires accelerated sales tax payments from some businesses meeting specific thresholds. Learn who’s affected, what’s changing, and when it starts.

Missouri Enacts Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Hygiene Products

Missouri now exempts hygiene products like diapers and feminine hygiene items from sales and use tax. Learn what’s covered, when it takes effect, and who benefits.

Colorado Retail Delivery Fee Decrease Effective July 2025

Each year the Colorado Department of Revenue assesses the Retail Delivery Fee (RDF) and posts the rate for the upcoming fiscal year. For the July 2025- June 2026 period, the rate has decreased to $0.28. Colorado taxpayers will need to…

Back to School and Back to Sales Tax Holidays: A Quick History Lesson

Discover the history of back-to-school sales tax holidays and how they became a key tax break for shoppers. Learn when and why states adopted these popular events.

Maine Redefines Taxable Digital Services to Include Digital Audiovisual and Audio Content

Maine has updated its sales tax laws to include digital audiovisual and audio content as taxable services. Learn how this impacts streaming and digital content providers.

Texas Supreme Court Affirms Sales Tax Liability for Private Correctional Contractor

The Texas Supreme Court has affirmed that a private correctional contractor is liable for sales tax. Learn the case details and its implications for government contractors.

Louisiana Adds Drop Shipment Definition and Sourcing Rules

Louisiana has added a legal definition for drop shipments and clarified sourcing rules affecting multistate sellers. Learn how these changes impact sales tax compliance.

New Jersey Launches Mediation Pilot Program for Business Tax Disputes

New Jersey has introduced a mediation pilot program to help businesses resolve tax disputes more efficiently. Learn how the process works and who qualifies.

What Western States Can Teach Us About Sales Tax Trends

Western U.S. states are shaping the future of sales tax policy with innovative sourcing, digital tax rules, and economic nexus trends. Discover what tax pros need to know.

Washington State Announces Limited Time Voluntary Disclosure Program Expansion

Washington State has temporarily expanded its Voluntary Disclosure Program, offering relief for eligible businesses. Learn who qualifies and how to apply before the deadline.

Alabama Authorizes Local Governments to Opt Out of New Sales Tax Exemptions

A new Alabama law lets local governments opt out of certain state sales tax exemptions. Learn how this affects exemption consistency and local sales tax compliance.

California to End Bad Debt Deductions for Lenders and Retailer Affiliates in 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, California will disallow bad debt deductions for third-party lenders and retailer affiliates. Learn how this change affects sales tax reporting and compliance.

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.

Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board Provides Guidance on Sales Tax Treatment of Tariffs

The Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board has released guidance on how tariffs should be treated for sales tax purposes. Learn what it means for tax compliance and sourcing.

Celebrating Growth with a Week in Chicago

From strategy sessions to team outings, the Sales Tax Institute celebrated a week of growth and connection in Chicago. See how in-person collaboration sparked new energy.

Illinois Announces New Remote Retailer Amnesty Program

Illinois has introduced a limited-time amnesty program for remote retailers with past tax liabilities. Learn who qualifies and how to take advantage of this relief opportunity.

Illinois Updates Process for Sales Without Location Documentation

Illinois has revised its process for documenting sales when a selling location isn\’t identified. Understand the updated sourcing rules and how to stay compliant.

Illinois Drops Transaction Count Economic Nexus Threshold

Illinois has removed the 200-transaction threshold for economic nexus. Learn what this means for remote sellers and how it affects sales tax collection in the state.