Sales Tax

 San Francisco Considers Soda Tax

October 29, 2013 

San Francisco Considers Soda Tax

San Francisco city supervisor Scott Wiener plans this week to introduce a ballot measure that would set a tax on sugary beverages. The proceeds would fund health, nutrition and activity programs for city youth.

 Congress Releases Goals of Potential Internet Sales Tax Law

September 23, 2013 

Congress Releases Goals of Potential Internet Sales Tax Law

On Thursday, the House Judiciary Committee released basic principles pertaining to the issue of Internet sales tax. To develop these principles, the Committee received input directly from taxpayers, industry and trade groups, and representatives of state and local governments.

 State Likely to Raise Tax on Beer

September 9, 2013 

State Likely to Raise Tax on Beer

Buying a light beer could soon make your wallet lighter, as Wyoming lawmakers are considering a proposal to raise the state's lowest-in-the-nation tax on beer.

 Minnesota’s farm equipment repair tax considered for repeal

August 19, 2013 

Minnesota’s farm equipment repair tax considered for repeal

Craig Will has fielded more than his share of grumbling customers since a new state tax on farm equipment repairs took effect. Will works at Midwest Machinery in Sauk Rapids, which repairs farm implements and other equipment. Will says many farmers who bring their machines in for repairs aren’t aware of the new sales tax,...…