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May 14, 2026
Newsom's Budget Change Targets Credits, SaaS, LLC Tax
California would make permanent its business tax credit limit, apply the sales tax to digital prewritten software and cut in half the $800 minimum tax for limited liability companies under a revised budget announced Thursday by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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May 14, 2026
Ex-Newsom Aide Cops To Campaign Fund Theft, False Taxes
A former chief of staff to California Gov. Gavin Newsom pled guilty in federal court in Sacramento for her part in a scheme to divert some $225,000 from a dormant political campaign to a former Biden administration official's chief of staff, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday.
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May 14, 2026
Fidelity Group Can't Claim NY Tech Tax Rate, ALJ Rules
A Fidelity combined group isn't eligible for a lower New York corporate franchise tax rate provided to qualified emerging technology companies because not every member of the group met the criteria for the benefit, a state administrative law judge said in a determination released Thursday.
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May 14, 2026
Mo. Resident Seeks To Keep Income Tax Plan Off The Ballot
A proposed Missouri constitutional amendment that could phase out the income tax and expand the sales tax base should be kept off the ballot because it seeks to change multiple articles of the state constitution, a Missouri resident said in a suit filed in state court.
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May 14, 2026
DC Beneficiary Can't Get Recordation Tax Refund, Court Says
A trust beneficiary is not eligible for a refund of a Washington, D.C., recordation tax that was paid when a property was transferred upon the dissolution of the trust, a district appellate court ruled Thursday.
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May 14, 2026
Tax Pact Group To Pitch Fresh Remote Seller Amnesty Plan
A Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board work group is nearing completion of a revised proposal that would allow unregistered remote sellers to limit their back sales tax liabilities, a board director said Thursday.
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May 14, 2026
Mich. Employee Owes Some Of Co.'s Taxes, Tribunal Says
A Michigan business' employee is responsible for part of the assessed withholding taxes for the company during the time period that he acted as manager of the company, the state Tax Tribunal ruled.
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May 14, 2026
Colorado Lawmakers OK Bill To Narrow Software Tax Break
Colorado would narrow its sales tax exemption for downloadable software, allowing the break only for software customized for the user or governed by a negotiated license agreement, under legislation passed by lawmakers.
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May 14, 2026
Pa. Bill Seeks Tax On Prediction Market Wagers
Pennsylvania would impose a tax on the daily gross event outcomes of prediction wagering operations under a bill introduced in the state House of Representatives.
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May 14, 2026
Minn. Revenue in April Beats Forecast By $230M
Minnesota's general revenue collected in April outpaced estimates by $230 million, according to the state Department of Management and Budget.
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May 14, 2026
Ind. Gov. Extends Gas Tax Suspension To June
Indiana will extend its gasoline usage tax suspension for an additional month after the governor signed an emergency declaration to address rising fuel costs driven by the Iran war.
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May 14, 2026
NY Total Tax Collections In April Up $777M From Last Year
New York's general fund revenue in April was $777 million higher than during the same period last fiscal year, according to the state Department of Taxation and Finance.
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May 14, 2026
Md. Specifies Situs For Inheritance Tax, Repeals Exemption
Maryland established the location of intangible personal property for state inheritance tax purposes and repealed an exemption from the tax under legislation signed by Gov. Wes Moore.
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May 13, 2026
Hologic Tells NH Justices It's One Org.; State Pushes Back
New Hampshire's revenue department and Hologic sparred before the state's justices over whether a capital loss carryback can offset capital gains in a combined group, even if the loss and gain are generated by different group members, with the company arguing it and its entities are one organization.
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May 13, 2026
Pact Board OKs Tax Guidance For Delivery Cos., Code Sales
The Streamlined Sales Tax Governing Board approved a host of additions to the state tax simplification compact it oversees Wednesday, including guidance on tax rules for delivery network companies and codes that are redeemed for products or services.
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May 13, 2026
Colo. Panel Kills Corp. Decoupling Bill Under Veto Threat
Colorado legislation to decouple the state from four of last year's federal corporate tax changes was stalled by a Senate panel at the request of the bill's sponsor, who suggested that Gov. Jared Polis said he would veto the bill.
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May 13, 2026
Okla. Revenue Through April Beats Estimates By $393M
Oklahoma's general revenue collection from July through April outpaced forecasts by $393 million, according to the state's Office of Management and Enterprise Services.
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May 13, 2026
Wis. Gov. Signals Budget Compromise With No Tax On Tips
Wisconsin's governor said a bipartisan deal has been reached with Republican leaders in the Legislature on a budget deal that will include no state tax on tips and overtime pay, as well as some property tax relief.
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May 13, 2026
NC Tax Revenue Collection Through March Up $853M
North Carolina's general revenue from July through March exceeded the same period last fiscal year by $853 million, the Office of the State Controller reported.
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May 13, 2026
Minn. Bill Seeks Pharma Marketing Fed Deduction Add-Back
Minnesota would require pharmaceutical companies to add back their federally deducted business expenses arising from marketing spending under a bill introduced in the state Senate on Wednesday.
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May 13, 2026
Iowa Lawmakers OK Vote For Tax Hike Two-Thirds Approval
Iowa voters will decide whether to amend the state's constitution to require a two-thirds vote of approval by the state's General Assembly for individual or corporate income tax rate increases under a Senate joint resolution passed by state legislators and sent to the Secretary of State.
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May 12, 2026
Judge Won't Toss Boston Property Tax Retaliation Claims
Boston must face a proposed class action accusing the city of inflating the valuations of some properties after owners appealed their tax bills, a state court judge has ruled.
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May 12, 2026
Mamdani Pitches New York Budget With Tax On 2nd Homes
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveiled a budget plan Tuesday that seeks to tax high-value second homes in the city, a proposal that will require the approval of state lawmakers, who are locked in protracted talks on their own budget.
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May 12, 2026
Fla. Sales Tax Won't Be Affected By Penny Phaseout
Florida sales tax should be collected on the original sales price, not the price of cash transactions, rounded to the nearest nickel under a bill signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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May 12, 2026
Ohio Bank's Tax Break On Data Processing Denied By Board
An Ohio bank is liable for sales tax on financial data processing services it purchased, a state board affirmed, applying the true object test to the transactions as directed by the state Supreme Court.
Expert Analysis
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What's Right Isn't Always Easy To Swallow: SALT In Review
From vodka warehoused in Maine to Nebraska's new excise on something called kratom, RSM's David Brunori offers his thoughts on noteworthy state and local tax news.
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Calculating Damages In IEEPA Tariff Refund Litigation
To calculate damages in the spate of refund litigation triggered by the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision invalidating tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, the central question will be how to determine where in the supply chain their economic burden ultimately came to rest, say analysts at Charles River Associates.
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Alpine Skiing Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Skiing has shaped habits I rely on daily as an attorney — focus, resilience and the ability to remain steady when circumstances shift rapidly — and influences the way I approach legal strategy, client counseling and teamwork, says Isaku Begert at Marshall Gerstein.
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NY Tax Talk: Calculating Tiered Partnership Income
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Attorneys at Eversheds Sutherland discuss how the potential impact recent New York City Tax Appeals Tribunal decision in Matter of Cantor Fitzgerald holding that the entity approach should be used by tiered partnerships to compute unincorporated business tax liability, why the issue of the proper approach remains unsettled and the broader implications for federal conformity and administrative agency deference.
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What A Court Doc Audit Reveals About Erroneous Filings
My audit of 1,522 court documents from last month found that over 95% contained at least one verifiable error, with fewer than 1% showing clear indicators of artificial intelligence use — highlighting above all else that lawyers may want to focus most on strengthening their review processes, says Elliott Ash at ETH Zurich.
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Mich. Banking Brief: All The Notable Legal Updates In Q1
Michigan's financial services sector saw several significant developments in 2026's first quarter, including the state Department of Insurance and Financial Services' issuance of a bulletin on the use of artificial intelligence and the Michigan House's introduction of a bill based on the Model Money Transmission Modernization Act, say attorneys at Dykema.
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What The Wealthy Can And Will Do: SALT In Review
From new research that undercuts state taxes on the wealthy to an Indiana law concerned with foreign affairs, RSM's David Brunori offers his thoughts on noteworthy state and local tax news.
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Navigating The Perks Of Qualified Opportunity Zones 2.0
The second iteration of the qualified opportunity zone program, effective Jan. 1, 2027, will introduce new tax incentives for rural real estate development, but these benefits can only be realized if proper governance is a priority, including clear documentation and securities law compliance, says Coni Rathbone at VF Law.
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Getting The Most Out Of Learning And Development Programs
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Junior associates can better develop the legal, business and interpersonal skills they need for long-term success by approaching their firms’ learning and development programs armed with five tips for getting the most out of these resources, says Lauren Hakala at Reed Smith.
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AI Presents A Make-Or-Break Moment For Outside Counsel
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence by corporate legal departments is forcing a long-overdue reset of the relationship between inside and outside counsel, and introducing a significant opportunity to shed frustrating inefficiencies and strengthen collaboration for firms willing to embrace the shift, says Intel Chief Legal Officer April Miller Boise.
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5 Tips For Navigating Your Firm's All-Attorney Summit
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Law firm retreats should be approached strategically, as they present valuable opportunities to advance both the firm's objectives and attorneys' professional development through meaningful participation, building and strengthening internal relationships, and proactive follow-up, says James Argionis at Cozen O’Connor.
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A Ruling That Shakes Things Up In California: SALT In Review
From a monumentally important ruling against California's apportionment rules to a call for no more personal income tax in Louisiana, RSM's David Brunori offers his thoughts on noteworthy state and local tax news.
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The Benefits Of Choosing A Niche Practice In The AI Age
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly accessible, lawyers with a niche practice may stand out as clients seek specialized judgment that automation cannot replicate, but it is important to choose a niche that is durable, engaging and a good personal fit, says Daniel Borneman at Lowenstein Sandler.