Archive for April, 2009

State Taxes - Oklahoma Tax Commission Homepage

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Oklahoma Tax Commission Homepage
2009 Withholding Tables and 2008 Income Tax Forms Available

Federal and State Tax Forms Directory
Links to official sites for all state and federal tax forms. From the LSU Libraries.

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
Corporate, personal, and sales tax information, including downloadable forms, electronic filing information, and online refund status.

Individual Income Tax
The individual income tax is imposed only on individuals and other entities receiving interest from bonds and notes and dividends from stock. Enacted in 1929, this tax was

Tax Forms, Information, and Online Services - Utah.gov
Tax Information - Pay taxes online, find tax forms, and learn about state income/general taxes.

Sales and Use Tax
State Sales and Use Tax is imposed on all retail sales, leases and rentals of most goods, as well as taxable services. Texas cities, counties, transit authorities and special

State Taxes | Business.gov
Learn about state tax requirements for small businesses, including tax permits, and how to register for workers’ compensation insurance, unemployment tax, and disability insurance.

Oklahoma Tax Commission Homepage
2009 Withholding Tables and 2008 Income Tax Forms Available

Federal and State Tax Forms Directory
Links to official sites for all state and federal tax forms. From the LSU Libraries.

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
Corporate, personal, and sales tax information, including downloadable forms, electronic filing information, and online refund status.

Individual Income Tax
The individual income tax is imposed only on individuals and other entities receiving interest from bonds and notes and dividends from stock. Enacted in 1929, this tax was

Tax Forms, Information, and Online Services - Utah.gov
Tax Information - Pay taxes online, find tax forms, and learn about state income/general taxes.

Sales and Use Tax
State Sales and Use Tax is imposed on all retail sales, leases and rentals of most goods, as well as taxable services. Texas cities, counties, transit authorities and special

State Taxes | Business.gov
Learn about state tax requirements for small businesses, including tax permits, and how to register for workers’ compensation insurance, unemployment tax, and disability insurance.

State Taxes - Ark. judge finds misconduct by anti-tax attorney - Pine Bluff Commercial

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Ark. judge finds misconduct by anti-tax attorney - Pine Bluff Commercial
State News Ark. health officials: No swine flu in first 65 By JON GAMBRELL Thursday, April 30, 2009 1:45 AM CDT LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Arkansas health experts have tested at least 65 samples sent in from doctors worried their patients suffered from

AZ sales tax collections declined again in March - Arizona Daily Star
The lingering recession continued to take a toll on state coffers, as Arizona’s sales-tax collections continued to decline in March. Total collections dropped to $359 million, down 19 percent from the same month a year ago, and collections were

House committee OKs $1 bump in cigarette tax - Herald & Review
SPRINGFIELD - Lawmakers on Tuesday set up what could be a final vote before Illinois taxes on cigarettes are raised by $1 per pack. A House committee voted 4-3 Wednesday to approve legislation that would raise the tax by 50 cents in September and 50

Minnesota Poll: Don’t tax me, tax my neighbor - Minneapolis Star Tribune
Minnesotans have little taste for higher taxes that would hit most people’s pocketbooks, but two-thirds would offer up the wallets of richer folks to help solve the state’s budget woes, a Star Tribune Minnesota Poll has found. When it comes to a

Student sustainability tax up for vote - Daily Vanguard
A FlexPass subsidy to help reduce the cost of TriMet services for students by $10–15. A student-governed grant that would fund smaller projects including bicycle transportation services and water bottle refilling stations. A Green Revolving Loan

Congress gives final OK to permanent sales tax deduction - Kansas City Star
Congress finally made a tax break permanent Wednesday that helps residents of states without an income tax by enabling them to deduct state and local sales taxes on federal returns. The issue has been a rallying cry of “tax equity” for some lawmakers

State treasurer sheds light on Ariz.’s loans - AZCentral.com
It cost the state $38,500 in interest to borrow enough money to meet this month’s payroll, state Treasurer Dean Martin said Wednesday. For 13 days in April, the state had to take out short-term loans to meet its obligations - the first time since the

Ark. judge finds misconduct by anti-tax attorney - Pine Bluff Commercial
State News Ark. health officials: No swine flu in first 65 By JON GAMBRELL Thursday, April 30, 2009 1:45 AM CDT LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - Arkansas health experts have tested at least 65 samples sent in from doctors worried their patients suffered from

AZ sales tax collections declined again in March - Arizona Daily Star
The lingering recession continued to take a toll on state coffers, as Arizona’s sales-tax collections continued to decline in March. Total collections dropped to $359 million, down 19 percent from the same month a year ago, and collections were

House committee OKs $1 bump in cigarette tax - Herald & Review
SPRINGFIELD - Lawmakers on Tuesday set up what could be a final vote before Illinois taxes on cigarettes are raised by $1 per pack. A House committee voted 4-3 Wednesday to approve legislation that would raise the tax by 50 cents in September and 50

Minnesota Poll: Don’t tax me, tax my neighbor - Minneapolis Star Tribune
Minnesotans have little taste for higher taxes that would hit most people’s pocketbooks, but two-thirds would offer up the wallets of richer folks to help solve the state’s budget woes, a Star Tribune Minnesota Poll has found. When it comes to a

Student sustainability tax up for vote - Daily Vanguard
A FlexPass subsidy to help reduce the cost of TriMet services for students by $10–15. A student-governed grant that would fund smaller projects including bicycle transportation services and water bottle refilling stations. A Green Revolving Loan

Congress gives final OK to permanent sales tax deduction - Kansas City Star
Congress finally made a tax break permanent Wednesday that helps residents of states without an income tax by enabling them to deduct state and local sales taxes on federal returns. The issue has been a rallying cry of “tax equity” for some lawmakers

State treasurer sheds light on Ariz.’s loans - AZCentral.com
It cost the state $38,500 in interest to borrow enough money to meet this month’s payroll, state Treasurer Dean Martin said Wednesday. For 13 days in April, the state had to take out short-term loans to meet its obligations - the first time since the

State Taxes - Federal and State Tax Forms Directory

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Federal and State Tax Forms Directory
Links to official sites for all state and federal tax forms. From the LSU Libraries.

The best and worst states for taxes - MSN Money
Where you live makes a big difference in how much you pay for everything from gas to tobacco. But no matter where you live, expect to start paying more.

Local Sales and Use Tax
Local Sales and Use Tax data. The Texas state sales and use tax rate is 6.25%, but local taxing jurisdictions (cities, counties, special purpose districts, and transit

Tax - State & Local Tax - H&R Block
Learn about state tax information from H&R Block. If you itemize, you have the option of claiming your state and local sales tax or state and local income tax for the year.

Sales and Use Tax
State Sales and Use Tax is imposed on all retail sales, leases and rentals of most goods, as well as taxable services. Texas cities, counties, transit authorities and special

The Tax Foundation - Tax Research Areas > State Tax Policy and Data
Research Areas State Tax Policy and Data. The Tax Foundation’s Center for State Fiscal Policy educates taxpayers about sound state fiscal policy and the size of the tax burden

Federal and State Tax Forms Directory
Links to official sites for all state and federal tax forms. From the LSU Libraries.

The best and worst states for taxes - MSN Money
Where you live makes a big difference in how much you pay for everything from gas to tobacco. But no matter where you live, expect to start paying more.

Local Sales and Use Tax
Local Sales and Use Tax data. The Texas state sales and use tax rate is 6.25%, but local taxing jurisdictions (cities, counties, special purpose districts, and transit

Tax - State & Local Tax - H&R Block
Learn about state tax information from H&R Block. If you itemize, you have the option of claiming your state and local sales tax or state and local income tax for the year.

Sales and Use Tax
State Sales and Use Tax is imposed on all retail sales, leases and rentals of most goods, as well as taxable services. Texas cities, counties, transit authorities and special

The Tax Foundation - Tax Research Areas > State Tax Policy and Data
Research Areas State Tax Policy and Data. The Tax Foundation’s Center for State Fiscal Policy educates taxpayers about sound state fiscal policy and the size of the tax burden

State Taxes - House panel kills higher cigarette tax - 2TheAdvocate

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

House panel kills higher cigarette tax - 2TheAdvocate

House panel kills higher cigarette tax
2TheAdvocate, LA
Funds from the state taxes would have generated $400 million in federal money. Peterson said health care is dramatically under-funded in Jindal's budget proposal. She said increasing tobacco taxes would improve that situation as well as people's health
Louisiana Tobacco Tax Bill Defeated Americans for Tax Reform
all 3 news articles

House panel kills higher cigarette tax - 2TheAdvocate

House panel kills higher cigarette tax
2TheAdvocate, LA
Funds from the state taxes would have generated $400 million in federal money. Peterson said health care is dramatically under-funded in Jindal's budget proposal. She said increasing tobacco taxes would improve that situation as well as people's health
Louisiana Tobacco Tax Bill Defeated Americans for Tax Reform
all 3 news articles

State Taxes - Drugstore.com finds a cure for its New Jersey sales tax dispute - InternetRetailer.com

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Drugstore.com finds a cure for its New Jersey sales tax dispute - InternetRetailer.com
Drugstore.com Inc. has settled a dispute over sales taxes with the State of New Jersey. The online retailer has agreed to pay $1.7 million to satisfy two assessments for taxes, interest and penalties owed to the sate for sales made between Jan. 1

Hearing set on Pa. movie tax credits - Pittsburgh Business Times
A public hearing to discuss the future of Pennsylvania’s film-tax credits will be held May 1 in Philadelphia. The hearing will be held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, in Room 307AB, from 1 to 3 p.m. At present, Pennsylvania offers a total of

Texas plans tax holiday on energy-efficient goods - San Antonio Business Journal
Texas Comptroller Susan Combs said Wednesday that consumers throughout the state could save as much as $3 million if they buy energy-efficient appliances and other household items next month during the Memorial Day weekend. The state has scheduled a

State beer tax increase? - CBS 58
Wisconsin’s beer tax could go up if some local law enforcement officials have their way. The idea was raised on Wednesday by Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney, who reportedly has the backing of other law enforcement officials and healthcare workers

Drugstore.com finds a cure for its New Jersey sales tax dispute - InternetRetailer.com
Drugstore.com Inc. has settled a dispute over sales taxes with the State of New Jersey. The online retailer has agreed to pay $1.7 million to satisfy two assessments for taxes, interest and penalties owed to the sate for sales made between Jan. 1

Hearing set on Pa. movie tax credits - Pittsburgh Business Times
A public hearing to discuss the future of Pennsylvania’s film-tax credits will be held May 1 in Philadelphia. The hearing will be held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, in Room 307AB, from 1 to 3 p.m. At present, Pennsylvania offers a total of

Texas plans tax holiday on energy-efficient goods - San Antonio Business Journal
Texas Comptroller Susan Combs said Wednesday that consumers throughout the state could save as much as $3 million if they buy energy-efficient appliances and other household items next month during the Memorial Day weekend. The state has scheduled a

State beer tax increase? - CBS 58
Wisconsin’s beer tax could go up if some local law enforcement officials have their way. The idea was raised on Wednesday by Dane County Sheriff Dave Mahoney, who reportedly has the backing of other law enforcement officials and healthcare workers

State Taxes - Minnesota Department of Revenue

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Minnesota Department of Revenue
Information and tax forms. Online filing and payment options for individuals and businesses. Income tax information also in Spanish.

Minnesota Department of Revenue
Information and tax forms. Online filing and payment options for individuals and businesses. Income tax information also in Spanish.

State Taxes - Indianapolis could get taxes for stadium agency - Forbes

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Indianapolis could get taxes for stadium agency - Forbes


My Fox Boston
Indianapolis could get taxes for stadium agency
Forbes, NY
Ballard had suggested expanding the sports development area even further, bringing the city state taxes from the downtown Circle Centre mall or existing hotels connected to the convention center. But GiaQuinta said it would take a hard sell to persuade
Primary CIB Bailout Negotiators Not From Indianapolis 93.1 WIBC Indianapolis
City may ask Colts to help with arts Indianapolis Star
CIB funding faces crisis of compromise Indianapolis Star
all 46 news articles

Washington state's patchwork budget - Seattle Times


Seattle Times
Washington state's patchwork budget
Seattle Times, United States
In the end, lawmakers knew constituents had no stomach for higher taxes. Nixing a planned sales-tax hike for a range of health services was the wise course considering the state's sputtering economy. As a result, huge cuts are coming to the state's
The session: Good for marmots, bad for dogs TheNewsTribune.com
State lawmakers may return for a special session Yakima Herald-Republic
Governor plans to call special session of Legislature HeraldNet
all 275 news articles

Indianapolis could get taxes for stadium agency - Forbes


My Fox Boston
Indianapolis could get taxes for stadium agency
Forbes, NY
Ballard had suggested expanding the sports development area even further, bringing the city state taxes from the downtown Circle Centre mall or existing hotels connected to the convention center. But GiaQuinta said it would take a hard sell to persuade
Primary CIB Bailout Negotiators Not From Indianapolis 93.1 WIBC Indianapolis
City may ask Colts to help with arts Indianapolis Star
CIB funding faces crisis of compromise Indianapolis Star
all 46 news articles

Washington state's patchwork budget - Seattle Times


Seattle Times
Washington state's patchwork budget
Seattle Times, United States
In the end, lawmakers knew constituents had no stomach for higher taxes. Nixing a planned sales-tax hike for a range of health services was the wise course considering the state's sputtering economy. As a result, huge cuts are coming to the state's
The session: Good for marmots, bad for dogs TheNewsTribune.com
State lawmakers may return for a special session Yakima Herald-Republic
Governor plans to call special session of Legislature HeraldNet
all 275 news articles

State Taxes - Springfield state Rep. Benjamin Swan pays city $23,714 in back taxes - Union-News & Sunday Republican

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Springfield state Rep. Benjamin Swan pays city $23,714 in back taxes - Union-News & Sunday Republican
SPRINGFIELD - After years of tax delinquency, state Rep. Benjamin Swan recently paid his property taxes in full, erasing his remaining debt of $23,714, including interest and fees. Swan’s payment cleared all outstanding taxes due to the city

Springfield state Rep. Benjamin Swan pays city $23,714 in back taxes - Union-News & Sunday Republican
SPRINGFIELD - After years of tax delinquency, state Rep. Benjamin Swan recently paid his property taxes in full, erasing his remaining debt of $23,714, including interest and fees. Swan’s payment cleared all outstanding taxes due to the city

State Taxes - Missouri State Tax Commission

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Missouri State Tax Commission
Missouri State Tax Commission We are the agency charged with overseeing Missouri’s property assessment system.

Forms
Vermont Department of Taxes provides state income and business tax forms and information.

Tax Forms
Documents are in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF). Before viewing these documents you may need to download Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Missouri State Tax Commission
Missouri State Tax Commission We are the agency charged with overseeing Missouri’s property assessment system.

Forms
Vermont Department of Taxes provides state income and business tax forms and information.

Tax Forms
Documents are in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF). Before viewing these documents you may need to download Adobe Acrobat Reader.

State Taxes - State Tax Hikes Series: Part 1 - KHON2

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009

State Tax Hikes Series: Part 1 - KHON2

State Tax Hikes Series: Part 1
KHON2, HI
Many state tax exemptions will likely be drying up, and incentives like act 221 promoting high-tech are in danger. Small businesses could face yet another cash flow nightmare with the general excise tax filing date likely coming 10 days earlier.

Madoff investment scam victims in California seek tax refunds - Los Angeles Times

Madoff investment scam victims in California seek tax refunds
Los Angeles Times, CA
"We paid taxes on something we were not supposed to pay taxes on because it wasn't there," he said. "I know the state needs money, but by the same token so do we." A state tax refund "would enable me to at least go out and buy a pair of pants if I

Paterson orders evaluation of state mandates - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle


Staten Island Advance - SILive.com
Paterson orders evaluation of state mandates
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, NY
Officials said as much as 80 percent to 90 percent of costs in some counties are directly tied to state requirements. The state has the highest local and state taxes in the country. Meanwhile, some legislators want to restore tax rebate checks,
Paterson seeks to curb state mandates Poughkeepsie Journal
Paterson measure eyes tax impact of any new bills Buffalo News
Paterson Orders Property Tax Reduction The Gouverneur Times
WBGH - WXXI
all 52 news articles

State Tax Hikes Series: Part 1 - KHON2

State Tax Hikes Series: Part 1
KHON2, HI
Many state tax exemptions will likely be drying up, and incentives like act 221 promoting high-tech are in danger. Small businesses could face yet another cash flow nightmare with the general excise tax filing date likely coming 10 days earlier.

Madoff investment scam victims in California seek tax refunds - Los Angeles Times

Madoff investment scam victims in California seek tax refunds
Los Angeles Times, CA
"We paid taxes on something we were not supposed to pay taxes on because it wasn't there," he said. "I know the state needs money, but by the same token so do we." A state tax refund "would enable me to at least go out and buy a pair of pants if I

Paterson orders evaluation of state mandates - Rochester Democrat and Chronicle


Staten Island Advance - SILive.com
Paterson orders evaluation of state mandates
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, NY
Officials said as much as 80 percent to 90 percent of costs in some counties are directly tied to state requirements. The state has the highest local and state taxes in the country. Meanwhile, some legislators want to restore tax rebate checks,
Paterson seeks to curb state mandates Poughkeepsie Journal
Paterson measure eyes tax impact of any new bills Buffalo News
Paterson Orders Property Tax Reduction The Gouverneur Times
WBGH - WXXI
all 52 news articles