In this episode of the SALT Shaker Podcast policy series, host and Eversheds Sutherland Partner Nikki Dobay is joined again by Jeff Newgard, Principal and Owner of Peak Policy, to review tax developments of the recently concluded Oregon legislative session. Their discussion focuses on the corporate activity tax (CAT) technical corrections bill (SB
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Louisiana creates “digital nomad” income tax exemption
Louisiana codified an individual income tax exemption for “digital nomads.” SB 31 (Effective Jan. 1, 2022). “Digital nomads” are defined as individuals who establish residency in Louisiana after December 31, 2021, have health coverage, and work remotely, full-time for a nonresident business. The exemption applies to 50% of the digital nomad’s gross wages, not to…
Illinois issues guidance on foreign dividend reporting changes
On June 24, the Illinois Department of Revenue released Informational Bulletin FY 2021-27 concerning foreign dividend reporting changes for corporate filers that take effect for tax years ending on or after June 30. The guidance summarizes changes implemented by the Illinois FY 2022 budget legislation, S.B. 2017, which was signed by Governor J.B.…
Oregon CAT technical corrections bill clears second chamber and will now head to the Governor
Just days before Oregon’s legislature is set to adjourn, SB 164, the Corporate Activity Tax (CAT) “technical corrections” bill, cleared its final hurdle in the Oregon legislature and will now be sent to the Governor for signature. Specifically, on June 24, SB 164 passed the House of Representatives by a unanimous vote of those in…
SALT Policy Picks: 2021 Q1 legislative overview — what a ride!
In this installment of SALT Policy Picks for Tax Notes State, Eversheds Sutherland Partner Nikki Dobay reviews state tax bills enacted in the first quarter of 2021, including legislation on sales tax, COVID-19-related issues, and IRC conformity
Oregon CAT Technical Corrections Bill—passes Senate & assigned to House Revenue
On June 8, the Oregon Senate passed SB 164, which is the 2021 Corporate Activity Tax (CAT) “technical corrections” bill. SB 164 has moved to the House, where it has been referred to the House Revenue Committee. To become law—which is expected—SB 164 will be required to pass out of the House Revenue Committee and…
Six and counting: California Franchise Tax Board holds another interested parties meeting on proposed market-based sourcing regulations
On June 4, 2021, the California Franchise Tax Board (“FTB”) held its sixth interested parties meeting (“IPM”) to discuss the latest proposed amendments to FTB’s market-based sourcing regulation, Cal. Code Regs., Title 18, Section 25136-2. At the IPM, FTB staff provided an explanation of the newly-proposed regulation language, which includes:
- A definition of “asset
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Maryland Comptroller revises sales and use tax guidance for digital products
On June 3, 2021, the Maryland Comptroller of Treasury issued a revised version of Business Tax Tip #29, which clarifies the Comptroller’s interpretation of its sales and use tax on “digital products,” including software. With particular attention given to recently-effective amendments by S.B. 787, the revised version explains the Comptroller’s interpretation and application…
Illinois General Assembly passes $42 billion budget with several key tax provisions
On Memorial Day, and stretching into the early hours of June 1, the Illinois Legislature approved the state’s $42 billion budget for fiscal year 2022. It is anticipated that the budget’s tax provisions are expected to generate more than $600 million in additional revenue by addressing what governor J.B. Pritzker and others in the General…
California Franchise Tax Board to Hold Sixth Interested Parties Meeting on Proposed Market-Based Sourcing Regulations
On Friday, June 4, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. PST, the California Franchise Tax Board (“FTB”) will hold its sixth interested parties meeting (“IPM”) to discuss its latest proposed amendments to the market-based sourcing regulation, Cal. Code Regs., Title 18, Section 25136-2. At the IPM, FTB will discuss and solicit public input on the newly-proposed regulation…



