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Proposed European Union Tax Simplification
The European Union is advancing proposals aimed at simplifying its tax framework, targeting administrative burdens across member states. The initiative…
Canada: Clean Energy Tax Credit Guidance
Canada has released guidance on clean energy tax credits, providing clarity on eligibility criteria, application procedures, and compliance requirements for…
Corporate report: Named tax avoidance schemes, promoters, enablers and suppliers
HMRC publishes and updates its list of named tax avoidance schemes, promoters, enablers, and suppliers operating in the UK. This…
Planning Reform Could Trigger VAT Law Changes on Land Supplies
This article examines how proposed planning reform legislation could necessitate corresponding changes to VAT rules governing land supplies. Current VAT…
Renewable Energy Sector Seeks 5% GST Rate on Battery Energy Storage System Containers
India's renewable energy sector is lobbying for a reduced 5% GST rate on Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) containers, currently…
Tajikistan Proposes to Triple Its VAT Registration Threshold to TJS 3 Million
Tajikistan is proposing to triple its VAT registration threshold from TJS 1 million to TJS 3 million, a significant policy…
Who You Calling Progressive?
This article from the S Corporation Association challenges the characterization of certain tax proposals as 'progressive,' examining how pass-through business…
IRS guidance addresses expanded paid family and medical leave credit
The IRS has issued guidance addressing the expanded paid family and medical leave (PFML) credit, providing practitioners with updated rules…
IRS guidance addresses expanded paid family and medical leave credit
The IRS has issued guidance addressing the expanded paid family and medical leave (PFML) credit, which provides eligible employers a…
Bloomberg: A Tax Strategy for the Rich Built the World’s Largest Hedge Fund
A Bloomberg investigation examines how a sophisticated tax strategy designed for wealthy individuals played a central role in building Bridgewater…
Judge Says Firearms Act Can't Stand After Gun Taxes Zeroed
A federal judge ruled that the National Firearms Act cannot be sustained following a determination that the gun taxes underpinning…
Modernización de la administración tributaria general en los últimos 10 años: un análisis tributario y aduanero
A CIAT analysis examines the modernization of general tax administration over the past decade, covering both tax and customs dimensions.…
Missouri Voters Reject Plan to Phase Out State’s Income Tax
Missouri voters have rejected a ballot measure that would have phased out the state's income tax. The proposal, which sought…
Denmark to Scrap 25% Book VAT to Boost Reading and Cut Prices
Denmark is planning to eliminate its 25% VAT rate on books in a policy move aimed at encouraging reading and…
Finance Group Urges Changes To UK Tax Reporting Rules
A finance industry group is urging changes to UK tax reporting rules, signaling potential regulatory or legislative developments in how…
How ESR and pillar two are converging across the GCC
This article examines the convergence of Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) and Pillar Two rules across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.…
Airlines must invoice USD 1 departure tax as separate line item
A regulatory update requires airlines to invoice a USD 1 departure tax as a distinct, separately itemised line on passenger…
Airlines get transition window before January 2027 reporting switch
Airlines have been granted a transition window before a mandatory switch to a new reporting regime taking effect in January…
Missouri Voters Reject Amendment 5 and a Damaging Tax Shift onto Working Families
Missouri voters rejected Amendment 5, a ballot measure that would have shifted the tax burden onto working families. The proposal,…
Trump Says Exxon and Chevron Are Ripping Off Americans, But His Own Policies Are to Blame
ITEP analysis argues that while President Trump has criticized Exxon and Chevron for excessive profits, his own tax and energy…
Wealth Taxes in Europe, 2026
A Tax Foundation analysis examines the state of wealth taxes across European nations heading into 2026, surveying which countries levy…
Form 990: Classifying a School That Hasn’t Opened Yet: Obtaining IRS Approval and What Happens If the IRS Disagrees
This article examines the IRS Form 990 classification challenges for schools that have not yet opened, focusing on how organizations…
Australia Seeks Feedback On Extending Gains Tax Rules
Australia's government is seeking public feedback on a proposal to extend its capital gains tax rules, signaling a potential broadening…
WashU Law Publishes Symposium Issue on Taxing, Spending, and the Constitution
Washington University Law has published a symposium issue examining the constitutional dimensions of taxing and spending powers. The publication brings…
16 medidas tributarias para impulsar el dinamismo empresarial
CIAT outlines 16 tax measures aimed at boosting business dynamism and economic growth. The measures span a range of areas…
Wisconsin issues tax bulletin detailing differences between federal and state tax law for 2026
Wisconsin has issued a tax bulletin outlining the differences between federal and state tax law applicable for 2026. The bulletin…
What Is Streamlined Sales Tax? SST Explained for Sellers
The Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) program is a multistate initiative designed to simplify sales tax compliance for sellers operating across…
Public Consultation on Updated VAT Doctrine for Books Following Conseil d’État Audiobook Ruling
France's tax authority has launched a public consultation to update its VAT doctrine on books following a landmark Conseil d'État…
About 2,000 People File for Exemptions to NYC Pied-à-Terre Tax Amid Controversial Rollout
Approximately 2,000 property owners have filed for exemptions to New York City's new pied-à-terre tax, which targets non-primary residential properties,…
Cigarette Taxes by State, 2026
This Tax Foundation resource compiles cigarette excise tax rates across all U.S. states for 2026, providing a comparative overview of…
Tariff Refunds Have Wiped Out Tariff Revenue Since May
Analysis from the Tax Foundation reveals that tariff refunds and exclusions granted since May have effectively eliminated net tariff revenue…
Integración de la excelencia técnica: la arquitectura de la tecnología fiscal en 2026
This CIAT article examines the architecture of tax technology systems heading into 2026, exploring how tax administrations are integrating technical…
(Even) More on NYC’s Pied-à-Terre Tax
This article discusses ongoing developments surrounding New York City's proposed pied-à-terre tax, which would impose a levy on non-primary residential…
60 economies, two tariff tiers, and one deadline that’s already passed: Is your trade team ready for the next wave?
With US tariff policy creating two-tier structures across 60-plus economies and key deadlines already passed, trade teams face urgent compliance…
When measurement is political: Accounting for natural resources and the true location of sales under unitary taxation
This article from Tax Justice Network examines the politically contested nature of measurement in unitary taxation, focusing on two key…
Oportunidades y Desafíos de las Administraciones Tributarias. Encuentro de Administradores Tributarios del CIAT 2025 (Ahora disponible en Francés)
CIAT's 2025 Tax Administrators Meeting publication — now available in French — outlines key opportunities and challenges facing tax administrations…
Trump Appeals Ruling Against His IRS Audit Immunity Deal
The Trump administration is appealing a court ruling that struck down an arrangement providing audit immunity to Trump from IRS…
Billionaire Tax is Endorsed by California Democrats
California Democratic lawmakers have formally endorsed a proposed billionaire tax targeting ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The measure would impose taxes on unrealized…
From Law to Practice: Bhutan’s GST Rollout and Lessons for Small Digitalising Economies
This article examines Bhutan's GST rollout, analyzing the transition from legislative framework to practical implementation in a small, digitalizing economy.…
From Law to Practice: Bhutan’s GST Rollout and Lessons for Small Digitalising Economies
This publication examines Bhutan's GST rollout, analysing the transition from legislative framework to practical implementation in a small, digitalising economy.…
MTC Expands Digital Tax Project to Prediction Markets, Crypto
The Multistate Tax Commission (MTC) has expanded its digital tax project to cover prediction markets and cryptocurrency. This development signals…
Chancellor Confirms Budget Date for 28 October 2026
UK Chancellor has confirmed the next Budget will be delivered on 28 October 2026. The announcement sets a firm date…
Japan’s Consumption Tax Faces First-Ever Cut Under Takaichi Plan
Japan's consumption tax, currently set at 10%, faces its first-ever proposed reduction under a plan associated with Sanae Takaichi. The…
Thailand: Cabinet approves extension of 7% reduced VAT rate
Thailand's Cabinet has approved an extension of the reduced 7% VAT rate, maintaining the current level rather than allowing it…
TAFJA Open Letter Addresses Asian Governments on Tax Justice Imperatives
The Tax and Fiscal Justice Asia (TAFJA) coalition has published an open letter to Asian governments calling for stronger tax…
Senegal Grants VAT Relief for Agricultural Equipment, Facilities and Services to Cut Investment Costs
Senegal has introduced VAT relief measures targeting agricultural equipment, facilities, and related services with the aim of reducing investment costs…
Digital Services Tax — latest developments and policy direction
This article reviews the latest global developments and evolving policy direction surrounding Digital Services Taxes (DSTs). It covers updates across…
FBR beats July revenue target by Rs40b
Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has exceeded its July revenue collection target by Rs40 billion, signalling a strong start…
The Proposed PPLI Abuse Act
The proposed Private Placement Life Insurance (PPLI) Abuse Act targets high-net-worth individuals using PPLI structures to shelter investment income and…
Georgia Finance Ministry Rejects Proposal to Raise VAT Registration Threshold
Georgia's Finance Ministry has rejected a proposal to raise the VAT registration threshold, maintaining the current level for businesses. The…
Ala. Localities Can't Tax Only Railroads, 11th Circ. Says
The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Alabama localities cannot impose taxes that apply exclusively to railroad companies, finding…
Disclosure of tax avoidance schemes
This HMRC overview page explains the UK's Disclosure of Tax Avoidance Schemes (DOTAS) regime, which requires promoters and users of…
IRS Modernization Bill Approved by Senate Panel
The U.S. Senate panel has approved an IRS modernization bill aimed at upgrading the agency's technology infrastructure, streamlining taxpayer services,…
Federal Tax Ombudsman recommends ‘faceless’ income tax refund system
Pakistan's Federal Tax Ombudsman has recommended the introduction of a 'faceless' income tax refund system to reduce human interaction in…
199A Trigger Warnings
This article from the S Corporation Association examines Section 199A, the 20% pass-through deduction for qualified business income, focusing on…
When Congress Changes a Filing Deadline, Businesses Change Everything Else
The article examines the downstream operational impact on businesses when Congress proposes changes to IRS information return filing deadlines. When…
A taxing week: Could this be the new UK PM’s most important decision?
This article discusses a significant UK tax policy decision facing the Prime Minister, examining potential changes to the UK's fiscal…
EU: New regulation strengthens VAT fraud cooperation
The European Union has introduced new regulations to strengthen cooperation among member states in combating VAT fraud. The updated framework…
UK Digital Services Tax Revenue Surpasses £1 Billion in 2025/26
The UK's Digital Services Tax (DST) has surpassed £1 billion in revenue for the 2025/26 fiscal year, marking a significant…
The Hidden Tax Credits Cannabis Farmers Are Leaving on the Table in New York
Cannabis farmers in New York are missing out on significant tax credits available under state law, particularly agricultural tax incentives…
Florida State Tax Updates
This article provides an overview of recent Florida state tax legislative and regulatory updates. It covers changes relevant to businesses…
New Hampshire State Tax Updates
This article summarizes recent state tax developments in New Hampshire, covering legislative and regulatory changes affecting businesses and individuals in…
Senate Finance Committee advances tax bill backed by AICPA
The Senate Finance Committee has advanced a tax bill supported by the AICPA, signaling legislative progress on measures likely affecting…
Senate Finance Committee advances tax bill backed by AICPA
The Senate Finance Committee has advanced a tax bill supported by the AICPA, signaling legislative progress on tax provisions of…
Bloomberg: Netflix Tax Scrapped in Canada But Streamers Face New Levy
Canada has scrapped its proposed Netflix tax while introducing a new levy on streaming services. The policy shift affects major…
El CIAT y la SEFAZ Alagoas avanzan en la modernización tributaria con la firma de los primeros productos tecnológicos
The Inter-American Center of Tax Administrations (CIAT) and the Secretariat of Finance of Alagoas (SEFAZ Alagoas) in Brazil have signed…
Spain: Supreme Court to Review IBI Tax Rebates
Spain's Supreme Court has agreed to review the application of rebates on the Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles (IBI), the municipal…
Will Trump Accounts Make a Significant Difference in Lives of Young People?
The article examines 'Trump Accounts,' a new savings vehicle proposed under U.S. legislation that would provide tax-advantaged investment accounts for…
The Transfer of Own Goods Under ViDA: From Today’s Registration Maze to the Single VAT Registration
An analysis of how the EU's VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) reforms will simplify the treatment of transfers of…
Portugal Expands Housing VAT Relief and Retroactively Clarifies Urban Rehabilitation Tax Rules
Portugal has expanded VAT relief measures for the housing sector and introduced retroactive clarifications to urban rehabilitation tax rules. The…
Japan Finalizes Plan to Cut Food Consumption Tax to 1% Temporarily
Japan has finalized a plan to temporarily reduce its consumption tax on food items to 1%, down from the current…
NEA Seeks Higher VAT Threshold to Ease Domestic Electricity Bills
The NEA (likely a national electricity authority) is lobbying for a higher VAT registration or exemption threshold specifically to reduce…
Senegal’s VAT Reform Fails to Boost Farm Productivity
An assessment of Senegal's VAT reform intended to boost agricultural productivity reveals the policy has failed to deliver expected gains…
EU Inc. Explained: The EU’s 28th Regime for Company Law, VAT & Corporate Tax Implications
The EU is exploring a 28th regime for company law, creating a unified supranational legal form ('EU Inc.') alongside existing…
Mamdani Defends Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout as 17,000 Homeowners Notified They Could Get Hit
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is defending the rollout of a proposed pied-à-terre tax targeting non-primary residential properties.…
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