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Important Update: Florida Sales Tax Reduction on Commercial Leases

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As of June 1, 2024, the State of Florida reduced the state sales tax rate on commercial real property lease payments from 4.5% to 2%. All commercial leases with an occupancy period that started on or after June 1, 2024 will...more

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State and Local Tax Law Changes in Effect in 2024

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The Virginia Department of Taxation released its 2024 legislative summary detailing changes, effective July 1, 2024, to Virginia’s state and local tax laws. The following discussion focuses on a few of the changes you may...more

Pullman & Comley - For What It May Be Worth

Connecticut Motor Vehicle Taxation Laws Revised Again

In 2022, the Connecticut General Assembly enacted a group of laws that changed the manner in which motor vehicles are assessed and taxed. The complete implementation of these statutes has been delayed in part due to various...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Gold Dome Report - Special Alert

State Agency Seeks Feedback on Targeted Georgia Tax Incentives - As the Georgia General Assembly works to assess the cost and effectiveness of the state's tax credits and exemptions, Georgia taxpayers have an opportunity...more

Cozen O'Connor

Broad Street Brief: Mayor Parker Bans Bump Stocks

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Mayor Parker Bans Bump Stocks - In response to a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that lifted a federal ban on such items, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker swiftly enacted local legislation prohibiting rapid-fire gun...more

DarrowEverett LLP

What Florida Sales Tax Cut Means for Florida Commercial Tenants

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Broadly speaking, according to the Florida Department of Revenue, each Florida sale, amusement park admission, storage unit and rental is taxable (unless it falls under an exemption, such as nonprofits). More specifically,...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Colorado Changes Rules for Determining Members of Combined Filing Group

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Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed legislation that would replace Colorado’s unique “3 of 6” rule for determining the members of a unitary group for combined reporting purposes and instead adopt what Legislative Council...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Gold Dome Report - Committee Work Day - March 2024

Christmas in March? Yes, if you are a lawmaker (particularly a Senator), you are likely to be getting all sorts of presents. Committees trimmed trees from morning till evening on Tuesday while the chambers were in...more

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP

Client Alert: Post-Legislative Session Report

On Friday, Florida legislators officially concluded the 2024 Regular Legislative Session. Prior to the symbolic drop of the hanky to signify the end of this year’s session, lawmakers were able to pass a balanced state budget...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Gold Dome Report - Legislative Day 31 - March 2024

The Georgia House of Representatives took up a veritable smorgasbord of legislation on Thursday. From the establishment of a license plate commemorating America’s semiquincentennial (SB 369), to allowing lifetime appointment...more

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP

Governor Ron DeSantis Delivers State of the State Address

This morning, Governor Ron DeSantis addressed a joint session of the Florida Legislature to present the State of the State Address to kick off the 2024 Regular Legislative Session in Tallahassee. Legislators also heard...more

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What to Expect in 2024 at the Ohio Statehouse

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While the campaigns for U.S. President, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, Ohio Supreme Court, and to a lesser extent the Ohio General Assembly will dominate media attention, we still anticipate activity at the Statehouse....more

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP

Client Alert: Focus on Florida’s Future: Governor Ron DeSantis Releases Budget Recommendations for FY 2024-2025

This week, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis released his proposed budget for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year (FY). The $114.4 billion spending plan, titled "Focus on Florida's Future," centers on allocations to Education, Public...more

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December Revenue Estimating Conference Predicts a Stable Fiscal Year

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The Revenue Estimating Conference forecasted Iowa’s revenues for fiscal years 2024 and 2025, predicting a slight decline but emphasizing a strong overall budget. Governor Kim Reynolds is required to use this estimate as the...more

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck

California Ballot Measures: Where Do We Stand?

The March 5 primary is right around the corner in California. Headlining the ballot—alongside a slate full of legislative Democrat-on-Democrat primary battles reflecting significant turnover due to term limits—is Proposition...more

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2023 Massachusetts Tax Update

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Massachusetts Estate Tax: For decedents dying on or after January 1, 2023, there is no Massachusetts estate tax for an estate under $2,000,000. The law does not adjust the filing threshold so state tax returns may still be...more

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck

Tax Measures Once Again Loom Large— What to Expect on the November 2023 Ballot

The November 2023 election is quickly approaching and brings with it another round of tax—particularly property tax measures—that will soon be put to Colorado voters. And, if what has already been filed is any indication,...more

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck

Big Battles Loom In CA Legislature, From Clean Energy to Taxes to Labor Protections

A flurry of activity will mark the last two weeks of the session of the California State Legislature. When they convene on Tuesday, Sept. 5, the Assembly will have eight session days scheduled with the Senate having seven...more

Pullman & Comley - For What It May Be Worth

New Property Tax Laws in Connecticut

While the recently concluded 2023 legislative session focused largely on other forms of taxation, the Connecticut General Assembly did pass several noteworthy acts regarding property taxation. Income and Expense Reports...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Notable Alabama Tax Legislation for the 2023 Regular Session

The Alabama Legislature adjourned sine die on June 6 and concluded a productive session for tax and incentive bills. A few of the notable measures include the renewal of and enhancements to the Alabama Jobs Act and Growing...more

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP

Florida FY 23-24 Budget Approved by Governor Ron DeSantis

Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida’s budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 into law. The state spending plan, dubbed the Framework for Freedom Budget, allocates a total of $116.5 billion across Florida agencies to...more

Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A.

Legislative Top 5 - May 2023 #3

Final Days of Session: What’s Left? - Democrats have now sent all major budget bills to the Governor for signature, with the exception of major packages in transportation, health & human services, taxes, and capital...more

Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A.

Legislative Top 5 - May 2023 #2

An Early End to Session? In recent years, the legislature has used up more than its fair share of session days to complete its work, but change may be coming this session. While legislators are not required to adjourn...more

Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A.

Legislative Top 5 - April 2023 #3

CANNABIS TAKES A BIG STEP FORWARD - Whew! This week has been a marathon for Capitol watchers. We decided to send today’s update a bit later than usual to accommodate the Senate’s vote on legislation to legalize adult-use...more

Dentons

Iowa General Assembly – Legislative Session Week 15

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Week 15 was very busy at the Capitol, with bills and amendments flying back and forth between the chambers. The headline was the Senate debate Monday night, which lasted until 4:50 am the following morning. The coffee...more

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