Sales, Use and International Tax Articles

Sales, Use and International Tax Activity Update - June 2010

Washington Reprieves Certain Businesses from New Tax Rate

The temporary B&O tax increase under Second Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (2ESSB) 6143, passed during the 2010 1st Special Session, does not apply to income normally reported under the service and other activities B&O tax classification by For Profit Hospitals, Businesses engaged in Scientific Research and Development and Qualified Food Cooperatives.

The B&O tax rate for these businesses will remain at 1.5%.

Special Notices May 13, 2010 – Washington State Department of Revenue

The For Profit Hospitals Reporting Change, Business Engaged in Scientific Research and Development, and Qualified Food Cooperatives Special Notices can be viewed on the Washington State Department of Revenue Web site.

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