HMRC Guidance on Genuine Contact Methods to Avoid Scams
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has updated guidance on genuine contact methods to help individuals and businesses identify scams. The update clarifies that HMRC may use multiple communication channels, such as letters followed by emails or calls, and lists specific research contacts from IFF Research and Ipsos.
UK Offices for Community and Common Transit Procedures
HM Revenue & Customs has updated the list of UK offices for Community and Common Transit procedures. The latest update on March 13, 2026, includes new data fields, removes non-live ports, and provides updated contact details for traders and customs officers.
HMRC List of Recognised Payroll Software
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published a list of payroll software recognised for PAYE reporting. The guidance includes both free and paid-for options, with specific recommendations for businesses with fewer than 10 employees.
Construction Industry Scheme Administration Improvements
HM Revenue & Customs is simplifying the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) administration, effective April 6, 2026. Key changes include exempting payments to local authorities and requiring nil returns when no subcontractors are paid.
UK VAT Number Service Availability and Issues Update
HM Revenue & Customs has updated guidance on the availability of the Check a UK VAT number online service. The latest update from March 13, 2026, confirms potential service disruptions for new VAT registrations between March 16-20, 2026.
Tax Foundation Experts Analyze AI Taxation Impact on Labor Markets
The Tax Foundation released a podcast episode discussing the potential impacts of taxing artificial intelligence on labor markets. Experts analyze current data, critique proposed policies, and suggest alternative reforms like worker retraining deductions.
Europe Capital Gains Tax Rates 2026
This analysis details the top marginal capital gains tax rates for individuals across European countries in 2026. It highlights Denmark as having the highest rate at 42.0% and Romania (not explicitly listed but implied by context) as having the lowest. The data provides a comparative overview for investors and financial professionals.
New Mexico SB 151 Decouples from Full Expensing
New Mexico SB 151, passed by the legislature, decouples the state from federal full expensing provisions for machinery and equipment, and includes foreign earnings in the corporate tax base. This change is expected to negatively impact the state's corporate tax environment.
Delaware Proposes Cigarette and Vapor Tax Increases
Delaware's Governor has proposed significant increases to cigarette, vapor, and other tobacco product taxes. The cigarette tax would rise by over 70%, and vapor product taxes would double, aiming to generate an estimated $18.9 million in new state revenue.
Colorado Tax Proposal on Phantom Income
Colorado's HB26-1221 proposes changes to the state's alternative minimum tax and net operating loss provisions. The Tax Foundation argues these changes would overstate income, leading to double taxation and distorting taxpayer behavior.
Proposed Rules for Electronic 1099-DA Statements for Digital Asset Brokers
The Treasury and IRS have issued proposed regulations to ease electronic furnishing of Form 1099-DA statements for digital asset brokers. These rules offer an optional process for obtaining customer consent for electronic statements, reducing burdens associated with paper delivery. The proposed changes are effective for statements required on or after January 1, 2027.
Treasury, IRS Issue Proposed Regulations for Trump Accounts Pilot Program
The Treasury Department and IRS have issued proposed regulations for the Trump Accounts contribution pilot program, established under the Working Families Tax Cuts. These regulations provide guidance on how the Treasury will deposit a one-time $1,000 contribution into eligible children's accounts.
IRS Tax Withholding Estimator Updated for Tax Law Changes
The IRS has updated its Tax Withholding Estimator to reflect changes from the 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill,' including new provisions on tips, overtime, and deductions. Taxpayers can use the updated tool to adjust their federal income tax withholding.
IRS Schedule 1-A for Tax Year 2025 Deductions
The IRS has published new Schedule 1-A and instructions for tax year 2025, detailing how taxpayers can claim new deductions for tips, overtime, car loans, and an enhanced deduction for seniors. These changes are part of the 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill' and aim to provide significant tax benefits to eligible individuals.
Proposed Regulations for Trump Accounts and Form 4547
The Department of the Treasury and IRS have issued proposed regulations for opening Trump Accounts, a pro-family initiative from the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. The regulations outline requirements for eligible individuals and the responsible parties, with a deadline for opening initial accounts by December 31st of the year the eligible individual turns 17.
Florida Tax Information Publications Archive - 1998
The Florida Department of Revenue has archived its Tax Information Publications (TIPs) for 1998. These documents provide historical guidance on specific tax issues, some of which may no longer be applicable. Taxpayers are advised to review TIPs to determine current relevance.
Florida Tax Information Publications for 2025
The Florida Department of Revenue has published its 2025 Tax Information Publications (TIPs), detailing updates on various tax matters including interest rates, fuel tax adjustments, and corporate income tax. These publications provide specific guidance on tax issues that may affect taxpayers.
Illinois Service Occupation Tax Changes for Servicepersons and Marketplace Facilitators
The Illinois Department of Revenue has issued guidance detailing changes to the Service Occupation Tax effective January 1, 2026. The bulletin clarifies that the 200-transaction threshold will be removed for out-of-state servicepersons and marketplace facilitators, and introduces destination-based sourcing for certain sales of service. These changes are outlined in Public Act 104-0006.
Illinois Tax Filings Affected by USPS Postmark Changes
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) issued a notice regarding changes to United States Postal Service (USPS) postmarks that could impact the timely filing of Illinois tax returns and payments in 2026. Taxpayers are advised to file and pay electronically or mail returns earlier to avoid late penalties.
Illinois Income Tax Changes and Scam Alert
The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) issued a bulletin (FY 2026-15) detailing changes to 2025 Illinois Income Tax forms and schedules for individuals and businesses, and 2026 withholding tax forms. The bulletin also includes a scam alert regarding fraudulent communications impersonating IDOR.
Illinois Film Production Withholding Tax Changes
The Illinois Department of Revenue has issued guidance clarifying changes to film production withholding income tax requirements. Beginning December 12, 2025, both production companies and loan-out companies have specific responsibilities for withholding, reporting, and remitting Illinois income tax on compensation for services performed in the state.
Motor Fuel Use Tax Rate Change
The Illinois Department of Revenue has announced changes to the Motor Fuel Use Tax rates, effective January 1, 2026, through June 30, 2026. These updated rates apply to all International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) licensees operating in Illinois.
IRS denies tax exemption for IRC Section 501(c)(6) organization
IRS denies tax exemption for IRC Section 501(c)(6) organization
IRS Grants Ruling on Substitute Mortality Tables for Pension Plans
The IRS has granted a ruling allowing a taxpayer to use substitute mortality tables for pension plan computations under section 430 of the Internal Revenue Code. This approval is effective for up to 3 plan years beginning with the 2026 plan year.
IRS Interest Rates for April 1, 2026
The IRS has announced the interest rates for tax underpayments and overpayments for the calendar quarter beginning April 1, 2026. These rates include specific percentages for general underpayments, overpayments, large corporate underpayments, and a reduced rate for corporate overpayments exceeding $10,000.
IRS Proposed Regulations on Clean Fuel Production Credit
The IRS has issued proposed regulations concerning the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, which applies to clean transportation fuel produced domestically after December 31, 2024. These regulations address eligibility, emissions rates, and claim filing for domestic fuel producers and credit claimants.
IRS Bulletin 2026-11: Tax Updates and Guidance
The IRS has issued Bulletin 2026-11, containing several notices and announcements on tax matters. Key updates include interim guidance on the corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT), rules for determining material assistance from prohibited foreign entities, and anticipated applicability dates for final regulations on required minimum distributions.
IRS Internal Revenue Bulletin 2026-07
The IRS published Internal Revenue Bulletin 2026-07, featuring guidance on disciplinary sanctions for tax practitioners, disclosure requirements for reducing tax understatements, and amendments related to SECURE 2.0 Act provisions for retirement plans. This bulletin includes updates to revenue procedures and notices affecting tax return preparers and retirement account administration.
IRS Internal Revenue Bulletin 2026-10
The IRS published Internal Revenue Bulletin 2026-10 on March 2, 2026. This issue contains an announcement that no articles were submitted for publication in this bulletin, making it an administrative notice regarding the bulletin's content.
Texas February Sales Tax Revenue Report
The Texas Comptroller's office reported that state sales tax revenue for February 2026 totaled $4 billion, a 3.8 percent increase compared to February 2025. The report details revenue collections across various sectors, noting mixed performance in business-driven sectors but overall growth in consumer-driven sectors.
Texas State Sales Tax Revenue Report - January 2026
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts announced that state sales tax revenue for January 2026 totaled $4.6 billion, an increase of 7.1% compared to January 2025. Growth was particularly strong in sectors driven by business spending, including mining and construction.
Texas Distributes $1.5B Local Sales Tax Revenue
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts announced the distribution of $1.5 billion in local sales tax revenue for February 2026. This represents a 2.5% increase compared to February 2025, reflecting economic activity from previous months.
Texas Comptroller Distributes $1.2B in Local Sales Tax Revenue
The Texas Comptroller's office announced the distribution of $1.2 billion in local sales tax revenue for January 2026. This amount represents a 4.9% increase compared to January 2025 allocations, reflecting sales made in November 2025.
Alcoholic Beverages Tax Bulletins Discontinued
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has discontinued several tax bulletins related to alcoholic beverages as of March 31, 2021. These bulletins are no longer available, and businesses should refer to updated guidance for information on registration, filing, invoicing, and penalties.
New York Mortgage Recording Tax Bulletins
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has updated its list of mortgage recording tax bulletins. These bulletins provide general guidance on various aspects of mortgage recording tax law, including residential property exclusions, bankruptcy reorganizations, and credit line debts. The update was published on June 14, 2017.
New York Income Tax Bulletins
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has updated its list of income tax bulletins. Two bulletins, TB-IT-215 and TB-IT-615/620, have been discontinued and are no longer available, with references provided to updated information or forms.
New York State Corporation Tax Bulletins
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has updated its list of corporation tax bulletins. This update includes new bulletins regarding e-filing mandates for businesses and tax return preparers. These bulletins provide general guidance on tax topics.
IRS Information Collection Activities - OMB Review Comment Request
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has submitted an information collection request for review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This notice requests public comments on the information collection requirements related to practice before the IRS.
Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee Charter Renewal
The Internal Revenue Service has published a notice regarding the renewal of the charter for the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC). This notice confirms the continuation of the committee's advisory functions related to electronic tax administration.
IRS Seeks Comments on Taxpayer Burden Surveys
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has published a notice in the Federal Register seeking public comments on its taxpayer burden surveys. The comment period is open until May 11, 2026. This action is part of the IRS's ongoing efforts to assess and potentially reduce the burden on taxpayers.
IRS Form 8703 Comment Request
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has published a notice requesting public comments on Form 8703. The comment period is open until May 11, 2026, allowing stakeholders to provide input on the information collection activity.
IRS Form 8233 Comment Request
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is requesting public comments on Form 8233, which relates to exemption from withholding. The comment period closes on May 11, 2026.