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Alabama has reduced its state grocery tax from 4% to 3% as of late 2023. While other states like Kansas and Illinois have moved toward full repeal, Alabama currently uses a tiered reduction strategy. Local taxes still apply in many jurisdictions, but residents will see a small decrease in their total food costs during the upcoming period.
On or about April 10, 2026, Delaware’s Department of State is scheduled to mail a new round of Voluntary Disclosure Agreement (VDA) invitation letters to companies across the country. If your business receives one, you have a limited window to act before automatically being referred for an audit.
An Alabama manufacturer lost a sales tax refund simply because it failed to provide basic evidence about its wet yard process. Here is what happened, why it mattered, and how proper documentation could have changed the outcome.
Alabama cities are challenging the Simplified Sellers Use Tax (SSUT), claiming it diverts millions in local revenue. The lawsuit could reshape how remote sellers are taxed, impact school funding, and change compliance rules. Businesses using SSUT should prepare for audits, reclassification, and legislative updates.
Illinois will launch three tax amnesty programs between 2025 and 2026, including general, franchise, and remote retailer options. Learn key dates, rates, and reporting rules to take advantage of penalty and interest waivers.
The PetMeds case challenged how Illinois applies sales tax to remote sellers. See how a recent law change could impact your compliance risk.
Washington just passed HB 2081 and SB 5814, bringing big changes in sales tax sourcing, B&O surcharges, and rates. See how your business could be affected.
Arkansas and Illinois are repealing their state tax on food for home consumption in 2026. But local tax rules still apply—and it’s not as simple as it sounds.