Vermont FY2027 Education Tax Rate Forecast

The Vermont Department of Taxes has released its FY2027 education tax rate letter, forecasting an average increase of 11.9% for resident homeowners and the non-homestead tax rate. This projection is based on state law calculations and collaboration among state agencies. The letter highlights concerns about the cumulative impact of tax increases on families and seniors.

Vermont Personal Income Tax Returns Accepted Jan 26, Deadline April 15

The Vermont Department of Taxes announced that it will begin accepting personal income tax returns for tax year 2025 on January 26, 2026, with a filing deadline of April 15, 2026. The announcement also highlights expanded tax credits and exemptions for Vermonters, including increased child tax credits, expanded earned income tax credits, and new exemptions for Social Security and military retirement benefits.

Vermont Tax Department Newsletter: Winter 2026

The Vermont Department of Taxes has issued its Winter 2026 newsletter, providing updates on tax year 2025 forms and instructions, reminders from Taxpayer Services, and information on business income tax form set seminars and FAQs. The newsletter also encourages subscriptions to future updates.

South Dakota Department of Health Updates Fish Consumption Advisory

The South Dakota Department of Health has updated its fish consumption advisory list to include Lake Louise for Largemouth Bass, based on recent sampling data. This update provides consumers with current information to make informed decisions about eating locally caught fish.

Notice: Culturally Significant Objects Imported for Exhibition

The U.S. Department of State has issued a notice designating certain objects imported for the exhibition 'Picasso—Klee—Matisse: Masterpieces from the Museum Berggruen' as culturally significant. This designation allows for their temporary exhibition in the United States under specific agreements.

Notice: Culturally Significant Objects Imported for Exhibition

The U.S. Department of State has issued a notice determining that certain objects imported for the exhibition 'Embroidered Traditions from Morocco to Afghanistan' at The Art Institute of Chicago are of cultural significance and their temporary exhibition is in the national interest. This determination is made pursuant to the Act of October 19, 1965.

Department of Education Seeks Comment on State Workforce Program Certification ICR

The Department of Education is seeking public comment on a new Information Collection Request (ICR) related to the certification of State Workforce Pell Programs. This new collection is necessitated by recent legislative changes impacting Federal Pell Grants for eligible workforce programs.

Commonwealth v. Phillip T. Palmer - Criminal Convictions Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed the conviction for assault and battery by discharge of a firearm but reversed convictions for carrying a loaded firearm without a license and carrying a firearm without a license. The reversal was due to insufficient evidence that the defendant lacked a license, a concession made by the Commonwealth.

Nan N. v. Rex R. - Abuse Prevention Order Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court has issued an opinion in the case of Nan N. v. Rex R., concerning an appeal of an extended abuse prevention order. The court affirmed the extension of the order based on the finding of reasonable fear of imminent serious physical harm, without addressing the appellant's arguments regarding 'coercive control'.

Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion on Adoption of Odile

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential decision regarding the adoption of a child named Odile. The mother appealed the termination of her parental rights, challenging findings of unfitness and procedural due process. The court affirmed the lower court's decision.

Jette v. Arbella Mutual Insurance - Insurance Surcharge Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a summary decision in Jette v. Arbella Mutual Insurance Company. The case involved an appeal of an insurance surcharge imposed on the plaintiff following an automobile accident. The court affirmed the decision of the Board of Appeal on Motor Vehicle Liability Policies and Bonds.

Kentucky Court of Appeals opinion affirming, vacating, and remanding

Kentucky Court of Appeals opinion affirming, vacating, and remanding

M.P. v. Commonwealth of Kentucky - Parental Rights Termination

The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order terminating the parental rights of M.P. to her minor child, C.L.P. The mother's appointed counsel filed an Anders brief, and the mother did not file her own brief. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services supported the termination.

Thomas Randolph v. Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Unemployment Insurance Commission

The Kentucky Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision regarding Thomas Randolph's unemployment benefits claim. The court found that Randolph's administrative appeal from the Kentucky Unemployment Insurance Commission's determination was not timely filed.

Sabrije K. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Benefits Appeal

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted the plaintiff's motion for summary judgment and denied the defendant's motion in a Social Security benefits appeal. The court remanded the case for further proceedings.

Nebraska General Fund Receipts - January 2026

The Nebraska Department of Revenue has released its General Fund Receipts report for January 2026. The report details the state's revenue collections for the specified period, providing an update on the state's financial status.

Nebraska Personal Property Exemption Forms Due May 1, 2026

The Nebraska Department of Revenue has issued a news release reminding taxpayers that forms for the Nebraska Personal Property Exemption (Form 312P) and the ImagiNE Act (Form 1107P) are due on or before May 1, 2026. This notice serves as a reminder for businesses to file these tax incentive forms.

Nebraska DOR News: USPS Postmark Changes

The Nebraska Department of Revenue issued a news release regarding recent changes to USPS postmark processing. This notice informs taxpayers about potential delays in mail delivery and advises them to account for these changes when filing tax documents.

Nebraska General Fund Receipts - February 2026

The Nebraska Department of Revenue has published the General Fund Receipts for February 2026. This notice provides a monthly update on the state's revenue collections.

New Mexico Tax Savings in FY25

The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department announced that tax cuts enacted under the Lujan Grisham administration saved New Mexicans $939.6 million in fiscal year 2025. These savings resulted from various tax programs, including reductions in gross receipts tax, expanded rebates, and new exemptions and credits for Social Security income, child income, and working families.

New Mexico Begins Electronic Tax Return Acceptance Jan. 16

The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department will begin accepting electronic income tax returns for the 2025 tax season on January 16, 2026, via the Taxpayer Access Point (TAP) system. This includes personal, corporate, fiduciary, pass-through entity, and S-corp returns, aiming to expedite refunds for taxpayers.

New Mexico Tax Code Cleanup Bill (HB 291)

The New Mexico House of Representatives passed House Bill 291, a tax code cleanup bill that clarifies various tax policies, addresses loopholes in the film tax credit, and modifies provisions related to technology jobs and research and development tax credits. The bill also allows the waiver of interest on tax deadline extensions and permits delinquent taxpayers in compliance with installment agreements to renew licenses.

New Mexico Property Tax Auctions for Delinquent Taxes

The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department announced delinquent property tax auctions scheduled for March 2026 across seven counties. These auctions are for properties with taxes delinquent for at least four years. Successful bidders must pay in full at the auction.

New Mexico Income Tax Returns Due April 15

The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department issued a reminder that state and federal income tax returns are due on April 15, 2026. The notice highlights available tax credits for low-income filers and directs taxpayers to online resources for filing assistance and refund status checks.

Noble Escrow Services LLC - Final Order Cease and Desist

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) has issued a Final Order terminating a Temporary Order to Cease and Desist against Noble Escrow Services LLC. The temporary order was issued due to a deficit in the company's trust account, but has been terminated following the company's deposit of sufficient funds.

Supreme Court Order in Pitchford v. Cain

The U.S. Supreme Court granted a motion for the Solicitor General to participate in oral argument as amicus curiae in the pending case Pitchford v. Cain. This order pertains to case number 24-7351.

Missouri DOR Warns of Phishing Text Scams

The Missouri Department of Revenue has issued a warning regarding a surge in phishing text message scams targeting Missourians. These fraudulent texts falsely claim to be from the DOR or DMV and threaten recipients with fines or suspension of privileges if immediate payment is not made. The department advises recipients not to click links or provide personal information.

Missouri DOR Warns of Fraudulent Text Message Scams

The Missouri Department of Revenue issued a news release warning citizens about fraudulent text messages impersonating the DOR and DMV. These scams claim recipients have a 'Final Enforcement Notice' for overdue tickets and threaten penalties, aiming to steal personal or financial information.

Missouri DOR Accepts 2025 Tax Returns, Recommends E-Filing

The Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) has begun accepting electronically filed 2025 state tax returns. The DOR encourages taxpayers to use e-filing and direct deposit for faster refunds and to avoid potential confusion with USPS postmark delays.

Maryland BPW Approves $248 Million in State Spending

The Maryland Board of Public Works approved over $248 million in state spending, including a $500,000 modification for educational assessments for students with disabilities. The Comptroller's office also highlighted the opening of tax season, the transition to a new tax processing system, and available taxpayer assistance options.

Maryland Unclaimed Property Day Encourages Searches

Maryland Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman and Governor Wes Moore are urging Marylanders to search for unclaimed property in observance of Unclaimed Property Day on February 1, 2026. The state has returned $121 million in unclaimed property during Fiscal Year 2025 and highlights a new, easier-to-use online system implemented in October 2025.

Comptroller Warns of Tax Scams Ahead of Season

The Comptroller of Maryland is warning taxpayers about fraudulent notices and tax scams ahead of the upcoming tax season. The agency reported blocking over 15,000 fraudulent returns and over $42 million in fraudulent refunds last year.

Maryland Comptroller Branch Offices Closure Due to Weather

The Maryland Comptroller announced that all branch offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather. The agency's call centers will remain open, and virtual tax appointments will proceed as scheduled.

Maryland Tax Season Opens

The Maryland Comptroller announced the opening of the 2026 tax filing season, encouraging electronic filing for faster refunds. The agency expects to begin issuing refunds starting February 2, 2026, and will continue outreach for tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit.

Louisiana Expands Electronic Filing Mandate for Business Taxes

The Louisiana Department of Revenue is expanding its electronic filing and payment mandate for business taxes, effective January 1, 2026. This expansion includes most sales and use taxes, all withholding taxes, and certain informational returns, requiring taxpayers to use the Louisiana Taxpayer Access Point (LaTAP) portal.

Monroe Tax Preparer Arrested for Fraud

The Louisiana Department of Revenue announced the arrest of Felicia Ann Jackson, a Monroe tax preparer, on felony charges related to a scheme to steal state income tax refunds. Jackson is accused of submitting fraudulent documents on behalf of nine clients, attempting to steal over $35,000 in refunds.

Louisiana Income Tax Filing Begins

The Louisiana Department of Revenue announced that state individual income tax filing for the 2025 tax year will begin on Monday, January 26, 2026. Taxpayers can file electronically via the LaTAP portal or use commercial software and printed forms. Refunds are expected within four weeks for electronic filers and eight weeks for paper filers.

USPS Postmark Changes May Affect Louisiana Tax Filings

The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) is alerting taxpayers to changes in USPS postmark application, which may cause mailed tax filings and payments to be considered late. LDR recommends electronic filing and payment via LaTAP to avoid potential penalties and interest.

Louisiana Tax Relief for Winter Storm

The Louisiana Department of Revenue is providing automatic filing and payment extensions to individual and business taxpayers affected by Winter Storm Fern in January 2026. The extensions apply to various tax types for affected taxpayers in federally declared disaster areas, with an extended deadline of March 31, 2026.

Kansas Tax Changes: Personal Exemptions and Head of Household

The Kansas Department of Revenue has issued Notice 25-07 detailing changes to individual income tax personal exemptions resulting from House Bills 2231 and 2062 passed in the 2025 Legislative Session. These changes include a new $2,320 exemption for head of household filers, an increased exemption for 100% disabled veterans, and an exemption for qualifying dependents born or stillborn during the taxable year.

Kansas Food Sales Tax Credit Sunsets End of 2024

The Kansas Department of Revenue issued a notice stating that the food sales tax credit for individual income taxpayers has sunsetted at the end of the 2024 tax year. This change, enacted by House Bill 2106 during the 2022 Legislative Session, means the credit can no longer be claimed on tax year 2025 returns or subsequent years.

Kansas Historic Preservation Credit Changes

The Kansas Department of Revenue has issued Notice 25-04 detailing changes to the Historic Preservation Credit, effective July 1, 2025. Senate Bill 227 amends tax law to adjust credit percentages based on location and expenditure amounts for historic structure restoration. The Department may also reduce credits to offset delinquent taxes.

Kansas Household Income Definition for Senior/Veteran Property Tax Relief

The Kansas Department of Revenue issued Notice 25-05 clarifying the definition of 'household income' for senior and disabled veteran property tax relief claims. House Bill 2231 amended K.S.A. 79-4508a to define household income as total Kansas adjusted gross income for tax year 2025 and thereafter.

KS DOR Tax Rate Decreases Contingent on Revenue

The Kansas Department of Revenue issued Notice 25-06 detailing new provisions from Senate Bill 269, which allows for future income and privilege tax rate decreases. These reductions are contingent on state revenues exceeding inflation-adjusted base year revenues and maintaining specific levels in the budget stabilization fund. The notice indicates that for FY 2025, revenues did not meet the threshold for a rate reduction.

TD Ameritrade Consent Order for Excess Commissions

The Missouri Securities Division has entered into a consent order with TD Ameritrade, Inc. for charging commissions exceeding 5% on certain small principal equity transactions between June 30, 2018, and June 30, 2023. TD Ameritrade agreed to this order without admitting or denying the allegations.

Edward Jones Charged Unreasonable Commissions - Consent Order

The Missouri Securities Division has issued a consent order against Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. (Edward Jones) for charging unreasonable commissions on small principal equity transactions between May 1, 2020, and April 30, 2025. The firm allegedly charged commissions exceeding 5% on approximately 781,240 transactions, totaling over $11.2 million nationwide.

LPL Financial LLC Consent Order - Unreasonable Commissions

The Missouri Securities Division has entered into a consent order with LPL Financial LLC for charging unreasonable commissions on small principal equity transactions. LPL Financial LLC will pay $78,920.98 in commissions to Missouri residents for over 127,000 transactions nationwide between April 30, 2020, and April 30, 2025.

RBC Capital Markets LLC Consent Order on Commissions

The Missouri Securities Division has entered into a consent order with RBC Capital Markets, LLC, for charging unreasonable commissions on equity transactions between May 2020 and May 2025. RBC will pay approximately $3.4 million nationwide for overcharging on nearly 90,000 transactions.

PH-011 Health Checks Contract Notice

East Riding of Yorkshire Council has published a contract notice for the PH-011 Health Checks programme. The notice details two contracts: one for fixed-site delivery with two suppliers and another for community outreach with three suppliers. The total contract value for fixed-site delivery is £300,000.

NHS Trust Awards Contract for Blood Collection Consumables

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a direct contract for Blood Collection Consumables valued at £729,028.16 including VAT. The contract was awarded directly to Sarstedt due to technical compatibility with existing analysers and automation systems, as permitted under the Procurement Act 2023.