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View the state-level sales tax fairness and jewelry product legislation that Jewelers of America is tracking. States highlighted on the map below have introduced bills on one or both of these issues. Legislation is at various stages. Click on a highlighted state to see bill details.
| Number: | AL SB 262 - Updated (New 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Elder Abuse, Interagency Council for the Prevention of, established, members, duties, subject to Sunset Law, reports to Governor, and Legislature, Elder Abuse Prevention Act |
| Abstract: | This bill would create the Alabama Interagency Council for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, provides for the membership and duties of the council, allows the council to adopt rules for its internal operations, and establishes a lead agency for the council. |
| Status: | Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Children, Youth Affairs, and Human Resources - 02/09/2012 |
| Number: | AZ HB 2169 - Updated (Status 01/13/2012) |
| Title: | Missing Persons; Law Enforcement Duties |
| Abstract: | Amending title 41, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding chapter 51; relating to missing persons OR UNIDENTIFIED human remains. |
| Status: | HOUSE SECOND READ - 01/12/2012 |
| Number: | AZ HB 2835 - Updated (Hearing, Status 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Arizona Commerce Authority; Statutory Conformity |
| Abstract: | Amending sections 5-601.02, 9-461.06, 11-805, 15-1472, 26-305.01, 28-301, 282154, 282154.01, 34-454, 35-701, 35-706, 35-729, 35-901, 35-902, 35-903, 35-904, 35-905, 35-906, 35907, 35-908, 35-909, 35-910, 35-911, 35-912, 35913, 38719, 41191.02, 41-531, 41-541, 41-835.02, 41-1505.12 and 41-1516, arizona revised statutes; repealing sections 41-1517 and |
| Status: | HOUSE SECOND READ - 02/08/2012 |
| Number: | CA AB 153 - Updated (Status 09/28/2011) |
| Title: | State Board of Equalization: administration: retailer engaged in business in this state. |
| Abstract: | An act to amend Section 6203 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation. |
| Status: | In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author. - 06/30/2011 |
| More Info: | This legislation would enforce existing laws that require those remote retailers with nexus in the state--through online affiliates---to collect and remit sales tax.
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| Number: | CA SB 646 - Updated (Status 10/06/2011) |
| Title: | Toxics: enforcement: lead and cadmium jewelry. |
| Abstract: | An act to amend Sections 25214.1, 25214.3, and 25214.3.1 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to toxics. |
| Status: | Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 473, Statutes of 2011. - 10/04/2011 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | FL HB 809 - Updated (Status 02/10/2012) |
| Title: | Communications Services Taxes |
| Abstract: | Revises legislative intent; modifies definitions; removes definition of term "cable service"; adds definitions for terms "digital good," "digital service," "Internet access service," & "video service"; revises definition of term "sales price"; clarifies provisions exempting from public records law certain proprietary confidential business information held by local governmental entity for purpose of assessing local communications services tax; revises provisions relating to communications services dealer's liability for tax underpayments that result from incorrect assignment of service addresses to local taxing jurisdictions & provides requirements & conditions with respect thereto; prohibits department from denying dealer of communications services deduction of specified amount as collection allowance; requires DOR to aggregate monthly & make available to public on jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis certain sales & net tax information; provides for retroactive effect. |
| Status: | H Placed on Calendar -HJ 549 - 02/08/2012 |
| Number: | FL HB 885 - Updated (Status 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Transactions by Secondhand Dealers and Secondary Metals Recyclers |
| Abstract: | Defines "appropriate law enforcement official"; deletes exemptions from regulation as secondhand dealer relating to flea market transactions & auction businesses; revises provisions relating to recordkeeping requirements; revises requirements for types of information that secondary metals recyclers must obtain & maintain regarding purchase transactions, including requirements for maintenance & transmission of electronic records; revises period required for secondary metals recyclers to maintain information regarding purchase transactions involving regulated metals property; limits liability of secondary metals recyclers for conversion of motor vehicles to scrap metal; revises requirements for payments made by secondary metals recyclers to sellers of regulated metals property, to prohibit cash transactions; provides methods of payment for restricted regulated metals property; requires that purchases of certain property be made by check or electronic payment; requires application for registration as secondary metals recycler to contain address of fixed business location; prohibits secondary metals recyclers from purchasing regulated metals property, restricted regulated metals property, or ferrous metals during specified times or from certain locations or sellers; prohibits purchase of restricted regulated metals property without obtaining proof of seller's ownership & authorization to sell property; preempts to state regulation of secondary metals recyclers & purchase transactions involving regulated metals property; exempts county & municipal ordinances & regulations enacted before March 1, 2012, from preemption; reenacts & amends provisions relating to violations & penalties; redefines "utility"; provides that person who assists in taking of certain metals commits felony of first degree; provides that person who is found to have illegally taken copper or other nonferrous metals from utility or communications services provider is liable for specified damages; limits liability of public or private owner of metal property for injuries occurring during or as result of theft or attempted theft of metal property; provides that no additional duty of care is imposed on owner of metal property. |
| Status: | H CS by Business and Consumer Affairs Subcommittee read 1st time -HJ 524 - 02/07/2012 |
| Number: | FL HB 907 - Updated (Status 01/12/2012) |
| Title: | Review of Exemptions and Exclusions from the Tax on Sales, Use, and Other Transactions |
| Abstract: | Requires Senate & House of Representatives to appoint Joint Legislative Review Committee to oversee review of exemptions from tax on sales, use, & other transactions & make recommendations regarding review; provides responsibilities of Joint Legislative Review Committee for purpose of reviewing exemptions from general state sales & use tax & exclusions of sales of services from such taxation; provides for meetings & governance by joint rules; specifies powers & duties; provides for reports; requires continuing periodic review of sales tax exemptions & exclusions; provides for future elimination of all sales, rental, use, consumption, distribution, & storage tax exemptions under section except those for general groceries, medical, guide dogs for blind, hospital meals & rooms, household fuels, meals delivered by nonprofit volunteer organizations as charitable function, & certain books, lunches, & publications used or provided at schools for students grades K through 12. |
| Status: | H Introduced -HJ 88 - 01/10/2012 |
| Number: | FL SB 540 - Updated (Status 02/04/2012) |
| Title: | Secondhand Dealers and Secondary Metals Recyclers |
| Abstract: | Requiring that a secondary metals recycler conform to the requirements for a secondhand dealer; revising requirements for payments made by secondary metals recyclers to sellers of regulated metals property to prohibit certain cash transactions; providing penalties; requiring the Department of Revenue to accept applications from a fixed business address; preempting to the state the regulation of secondary metals recyclers and purchase transactions involving regulated metals property; limiting the liability of a public or private owner of metal property for injuries occurring during the theft or attempted theft of metal property and for injuries occurring as the result of the theft or attempted theft, etc. |
| Status: | S Now in Budget Subcommittee on General Government Appropriations - 02/03/2012 |
| Number: | FL SB 1784 - Updated (Status 01/18/2012) |
| Title: | Citizens Property Insurance Corporation |
| Abstract: | Discontinuing policy discounts relating to the Citizens Property Insurance Corporation after a certain date; providing that certain residential structures are not eligible for coverage by the corporation after a certain date; directing the corporation to provide coverage to certain excluded residential structures but at rates deemed appropriate by the corporation; prohibiting the corporation from accepting applications for commercial nonresidential risks; providing that policies do not include coverage for screen enclosures or any structure detached from the house, etc. |
| Status: | S Referred to Banking and Insurance; Commerce and Tourism; Budget - 01/17/2012 |
| Number: | FL SB 1832 - Updated (Status 01/19/2012) |
| Title: | Review of Exemptions and Exclusions from the Tax on Sales, Use, and Other Transactions |
| Abstract: | Requiring the Senate and House of Representatives to appoint a Joint Legislative Review Committee to oversee the review of exemptions from the tax on sales, use, and other transactions and make recommendations regarding the review; creating the "Florida Sales Tax Fairness Restoration Act"; providing for future elimination of all sales, rental, use, consumption, distribution, and storage tax exemptions under s. 212.08, F.S., except those for general groceries, medical, guide dogs for the blind, hospital meals and rooms, household fuels, meals delivered by nonprofit volunteer organizations as a charitable function, and certain books, lunches, and publications used or provided at schools for students grades K through 12, etc. |
| Status: | S Now in Budget Subcommittee on Finance and Tax - 01/18/2012 |
| Number: | HI HB 722 - Updated (Status 02/07/2012) |
| Title: | Cadmium; Children's Products |
| Abstract: | Prohibits the sale, manufacture, and distribution in the State of children's products that contain cadmium. |
| Status: | D Carried over to 2012 Regular Session. - 12/01/2011 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | HI HB 1183 - Updated (Status 02/07/2012) |
| Title: | Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Amendments |
| Abstract: | Adopts amendments to Hawaii tax laws to implement the streamlined sales and use tax agreement; with section 32, creating a committee to oversee the department of taxation's implementation and administration of, and compliance with the streamlined sales and use tax agreement, to take effect on approval. Effective 7/1/2050. (SD1) |
| Status: | D Carried over to 2012 Regular Session. - 12/01/2011 |
| More Info: | The Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement (SSUTA), enables remote sellers to easily collect state and local taxes--leveling the playing field between brick-and-mortar and online businesses. JA supports this legislation on the federal level. Learn more about our efforts and contact federal representatives by clicking here.
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| Number: | HI SB 916 - Updated (Status 02/07/2012) |
| Title: | Cadmium; Children's Products |
| Abstract: | Prohibits the sale, manufacture, and distribution in the State of children's products that contain cadmium. |
| Status: | D Carried over to 2012 Regular Session. - 12/01/2011 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | HI SB 1355 - Updated (Status 02/07/2012) |
| Title: | GET; Out-of-State Business; In-State Business; Nexus Standard |
| Abstract: | Creates a nexus standard for taxing out-of-state businesses on their business activities in Hawaii. Includes local affiliate agreements under the General Excise Tax (GET). Allows out-of-state and in-state businesses to file information regarding sales to residents of the State instead of collecting GET. Effective July 1, 2011. (SB1355 HD2) |
| Status: | D Carried over to 2012 Regular Session. - 12/01/2011 |
| More Info: | This legislation would enforce existing laws that require those remote retailers with nexus in the state--through online affiliates---to collect and remit sales tax.
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| Number: | HI SB 2226 - Updated (Status 02/02/2012) |
| Title: | Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Amendments |
| Abstract: | Adopts amendments to Hawaii tax laws to implement the streamlined sales and use tax agreement; takes effect when the State becomes a party to the streamlined sales and use tax agreement; with section 32, creating a committee to oversee the department of taxation's implementation and administration of, and compliance with the streamlined sales and use tax agreement, to take effect on approval. |
| Status: | S The committee(s) on EDT recommend(s) that the measure be PASSED, WITH AMENDMENTS. The votes in EDT were as follows: 3 Aye(s): Senator(s) Fukunaga, Wakai, Solomon; Aye(s) with reservations: none ; 1 No(es): Senator(s) Slom; and 1 Excused: Senator(s) Baker. - 02/01/2012 |
| Number: | IA HF 2166 - Updated (Status 02/10/2012) |
| Title: | A bill for an act relating to the administration of the streamlined sales tax agreement by the department of revenue. |
| Abstract: | This bill relates to the administration of the sales and use taxes under the streamlined sales tax agreement. Iowa is a member of the streamlined sales and use tax agreement, which is an effort to administer state sales and use taxes in all participating states according to the same simplified system. Under the agreement, Iowa must periodically make changes in the administration of the sales and use taxes in order to remain in compliance. The bill amends the definition of "sales price" to exclude any state or local tax on a retail sale that is imposed on the seller if by law the seller may but is not required to collect the tax from the |
| Status: | Read first time, referred to Ways & Means. S.J. 219 - 02/09/2012 |
| Number: | IA HSB 543 - Updated (Status 01/26/2012) |
| Title: | A study bill relating to the administration of the streamlined sales tax agreement by the department of revenue. |
| Abstract: | This bill relates to the administration of the sales and use taxes under the streamlined sales tax agreement. Iowa is a member of the streamlined sales and use tax agreement, which is an effort to administer state sales and use taxes in all participating states according to the same simplified system. Under the agreement, Iowa must periodically make changes in the administration of the sales and use taxes in order to remain in compliance. The bill amends the definition of "sales price" to exclude any state or local tax on a retail sale that is imposed on the seller if by law the seller may but is not required to collect the tax from the |
| Status: | Voted - Ways and Means. - 01/25/2012 |
| Number: | IA SSB 1074 - Updated (Status 03/22/2011) |
| Title: | A study bill for an act relating to the administration of the streamlined sales tax agreement by the department of revenue. |
| Abstract: | This bill relates to the administration of the sales and use taxes under the streamlined sales tax agreement. Iowa is a member of the streamlined sales and use tax agreement which is an effort to administer state sales and use taxes in all participating states according to the same simplified system. Under the agreement, Iowa must periodically make changes in the administration of the sales and use taxes in order to remain in compliance. The bill makes changes to a number of provisions in the uniform sales and use tax administration Act in Code chapter 423, subchapter IV, to more closely conform to the terms of the agreement. The bill amends |
| Status: | Voted - Ways and Means. - 03/22/2011 |
| More Info: | The Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement (SSUTA), enables remote sellers to easily collect state and local taxes--leveling the playing field between brick-and-mortar and online businesses. JA supports this legislation on the federal level. Learn more about our efforts and contact federal representatives by clicking here.
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| Number: | IA SSB 3045 - Updated (Text 01/19/2012) |
| Title: | A study bill for an act relating to the administration of the streamlined sales tax agreement by the department of revenue. |
| Abstract: | This bill relates to the administration of the sales and use taxes under the streamlined sales tax agreement. Iowa is a member of the streamlined sales and use tax agreement, which is an effort to administer state sales and use taxes in all participating states according to the same simplified system. Under the agreement, Iowa must periodically make changes in the administration of the sales and use taxes in order to remain in compliance. The bill amends the definition of "sales price" to exclude any state or local tax on a retail sale that is imposed on the seller if by law the seller may but is not required to collect the tax from the |
| Status: | Ways and Means: Dotzler Chair,Smith, R., and Mathis. - 01/17/2012 |
| Number: | ID S 1298 - Updated (New 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Codifier Corrections |
| Status: | Senate intro - 1st rdg - to printing - 02/08/2012 |
| Number: | KS HB 2607 - Updated (Status 02/04/2012) |
| Title: | Certain cash rebates on sales or leases of motor vehicles not subject to sales taxation. |
| Status: | House Referred to Committee on Taxation - 02/03/2012 |
| Number: | KY HB 96 - Updated (Status, Text 01/03/2012) |
| Title: | AN ACT relating to sales and use tax holidays and declaring an emergency |
| Abstract: | Create a new section of KRS Chapter 139 to establish a three day sales and use tax holiday the first weekend in August each year to exempt clothing, school supplies, school art supplies, computers, and school computer supplies; EMERGENCY. |
| Status: | introduced in House; to Appropriations & Revenue (H) - 01/03/2012 |
| Number: | KY HB 101 - Updated (Status, Text 01/03/2012) |
| Title: | AN ACT relating to sales and use tax holidays and declaring an emergency |
| Abstract: | Create a new section of KRS Chapter 139 to provide a sales and use tax holiday for the last weekend in July to exempt the sale or purchase of clothing with a sales price of less than $150 per item, computers with a sales price of less than $1,000 per item, school supplies, school art supplies, and school computer supplies; EMERGENCY. |
| Status: | introduced in House; to Appropriations & Revenue (H) - 01/03/2012 |
| Number: | KY HB 382 - Updated (Status 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | AN ACT relating to body modification and making an appropriation |
| Abstract: | Establish KRS Chapter 317C to create new sections thereof to require persons engaging in the practice of tattooing or body piercing, or operating a body piercing or tattoo studio, to obtain a license under the chapter; define terms; prohibit practice and advertising for unlicensed persons; set out exemptions; prohibit a licensed tattoo artist from giving laser treatment, injecting Botox or collagen, performing electrolysis, microdermabrasion, or piercing unless licensed or otherwise credentialed |
| Status: | to Licensing & Occupations (H) - 02/09/2012 |
| Number: | MA HB 1695 - Updated (Text 08/31/2011) |
| Title: | An Act to promote sales tax fairness for main street retailers |
| Abstract: | Amends the definitions significantly, in some places expanding existing definitions or creating many new terms and definitions for main street retailing; classifies telecommunication services as taxable and regulates the descriptions of said services; further classifies products, services, and rental properties as tangible personal property; regulates the location of any sale or rental to specific addresses; regulates sourcing rules for any tangible personal property and any sale or service |
| Status: | New draft substituted - see HB3673 - 08/15/2011 |
| More Info: | The Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement (SSUTA), enables remote sellers to easily collect state and local taxes--leveling the playing field between brick-and-mortar and online businesses. JA supports this legislation on the federal level. Learn more about our efforts and contact federal representatives by clicking here.
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| Number: | MA HB 3673 - Updated (Text 08/31/2011) |
| Title: | An Act to promote sales tax fairness for Main Street retailers |
| Status: | Reported favorably by Joint Committee on Revenue - 08/15/2011 |
| Number: | MA SB 1074 - Updated (Hearing, Status 03/31/2011) |
| Title: | An Act regulating cadmium in children's jewelry. |
| Abstract: | Prohibits the manufacture, offer for sale, distribution for sale, or distribution for use of children's jewelry containing cadmium in any paint or surface coating or accessible substrate that exceeds 75 parts per million. |
| Status: | Hearing Scheduled JPH - 09/13/2011 10:00 AM A-1 - 03/30/2011 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | MA SB 1554 - Updated (Hearing, Status 03/31/2011) |
| Title: | An Act to protect Main Street retailers and promote sales tax fairness in the Commonwealth. |
| Abstract: | Qualifies what shall be considered as a vendor; further qualifies different services that constitute a vendors services; requires that vendors be subject to all legislation related to the term vendor. |
| Status: | Hearing Scheduled JRV - 04/07/2011 10:30 AM Room A - 2 - 03/18/2011 |
| More Info: | This legislation would enforce existing laws that require those remote retailers with nexus in the state--through online affiliates---to collect and remit sales tax.
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| Number: | MA SB 2035 - Updated (New 10/20/2011) |
| Title: | Text of the Senate amendment, printed as amended as a new text for the House bill establishing expanded gaming in the Commonwealth |
| Status: | Printed-as-amended version of SB2015 - 10/13/2011 |
| Number: | MI SB 764 - Updated (New 10/21/2011) |
| Title: | Environmental protection; prohibited products; use of cadmium or mercury in children's products; prohibit. Amends sec. 5491 of 1978 PA 368 |
| Abstract: | To amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 5491 (MCL 333.5491), as added by 2007 PA 159. |
| Status: | REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS - 10/20/2011 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | MO HB 1080 - Updated (Status 01/05/2012) |
| Title: | Changes the laws regarding ethics, lobbying, and campaign finance |
| Abstract: | HB 1080 -- Ethics Sponsor: Kander This bill changes the laws regarding ethics, lobbying, and campaign finance. In its main provisions, the bill: (1) Prohibits any statewide elected official or member of the General Assembly from soliciting any registered lobbyist for a position with a hiring date beginning after the person is no longer an elected official, whether compensated or not, while the person holds office (Section 105.456, RSMo); (2) Prohibits any statewide elected official or member of |
| Status: | Read Second Time (H) - 01/05/2012 |
| Number: | NE LB 1038 - Updated (Status 01/24/2012) |
| Title: | Require blood-lead testing prior to school enrollment |
| Status: | Notice of hearing for January 31, 2012 - 01/23/2012 |
| Number: | NJ A 1858 - Updated (New 01/12/2012) |
| Title: | Concerning the composition of jewelry and supplementing Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes and P.L.1960, c.39 (C.56:8-1 et seq.). |
| Abstract: | Prohibits the manufacture, distribution, and sale of certain jewelry. |
| Status: | Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee - 01/10/2012 |
| Number: | NJ S 1437 - Updated (Status, Text 02/08/2012) |
| Title: | Concerning the composition of jewelry and supplementing Title 2C of the New Jersey Statutes and P.L.1960, c.39 (C.56:8-1 et seq.). |
| Abstract: | Prohibits the manufacture, distribution, and sale of certain jewelry. |
| Status: | Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee - 02/06/2012 |
| Number: | NY SB 4055 - Updated (Status 01/07/2012) |
| Title: | AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to regulating cadmium in substrate of children's jewelry |
| Abstract: | Add S1376-b, Pub Health L Regulates cadmium in substrate in children's jewelry; provides that no children's jewelry shall be sold or distributed in this state that contains cadmium in accessible metal or plastic substrate components exceeding certain levels. |
| Status: | REFERRED TO HEALTH - 01/04/2012 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | PA HB 1664 - Updated (New 06/14/2011) |
| Title: | An Act providing for multistate sales and use tax administration for commerce. |
| Abstract: | An Act providing for multistate sales and use tax administration for commerce. |
| Status: | Referred to FINANCE - 06/14/2011 |
| More Info: | The Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement (SSUTA), enables remote sellers to easily collect state and local taxes--leveling the playing field between brick-and-mortar and online businesses. JA supports this legislation on the federal level. Learn more about our efforts and contact federal representatives by clicking here.
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| Number: | RI H 7323 - Updated (Hearing 02/10/2012) |
| Title: | AN ACT RELATING TO MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE SUPPORT OF THE STATE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2013 |
| Status: | Introduced, referred to House Finance - 02/01/2012 |
| Number: | RI S 976 - Updated (New 05/18/2011) |
| Title: | SENATE RESOLUTION URGING MEMBERS OF THE RHODE ISLAND CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO SUPPORT THE MAIN STREET FAIRNESS ACT |
| Status: | Senate read and passed - 05/17/2011 |
| More Info: | JA supports this legislation on the federal level. Learn more about our efforts and contact federal representatives by clicking here.
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| Number: | TN HB 189 - Updated (Status 04/06/2011) |
| Title: | Hazardous Materials |
| Abstract: | As introduced, beginning July 1, 2013, prohibits manufacture, sale, offer for sale or distribution in Tennessee of children's products that contain cadmium at more than .004 percent by weight. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 47, Chapter 18 and Title 68. |
| Status: | Taken Off Notice For Cal. in s/c Conservation Subcommittee of Conservation & Environment Committee - 04/05/2011 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | TN HB 2772 - Updated (Status 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Taxes, Exemption and Credits |
| Abstract: | As introduced, exempts from taxation the purchases or leases of golf carts, equipment and lawn care products by golf course operators. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 6, Part 3. |
| Status: | Action Def. in s/c Finance Subcommittee to 2/15/2012 - 02/08/2012 |
| Number: | TN HB 2975 - Updated (Text 02/04/2012) |
| Title: | Taxes, Exemption and Credits |
| Abstract: | As introduced, exempts from taxation the sale or purchases of certain equipment and products by qualified golf course operators; prohibits outdoor advertising for public- owned golf courses under certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 54, Chapter 21 and Title 67, Chapter 6. |
| Status: | Assigned to s/c Commerce Subcommittee - 01/31/2012 |
| Number: | TN SB 244 - Updated (Text 12/13/2011) |
| Title: | Hazardous Materials |
| Abstract: | As introduced, beginning July 1, 2013, prohibits manufacture, sale, offer for sale or distribution in Tennessee of children's products that contain cadmium at more than .004 percent by weight. - Amends TCA Title 39; Title 47, Chapter 18 and Title 68. |
| Status: | P2C, ref. to S. C,L&A Comm. - 02/09/2011 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard, which establishes safe limits for the metal. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | TN SB 2623 - Updated (Status 02/08/2012) |
| Title: | Taxes, Exemption and Credits |
| Abstract: | As introduced, exempts from taxation the purchases or leases of golf carts, equipment and lawn care products by golf course operators. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 6, Part 3. |
| Status: | Assigned to Gen. Sub of S. Tax Sub Comm. - 02/07/2012 |
| Number: | TN SB 3377 - Updated (Status 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Taxes, Exemption and Credits |
| Abstract: | As introduced, exempts from taxation the sale or purchases of certain equipment and products by qualified golf course operators; prohibits outdoor advertising for public- owned golf courses under certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 54, Chapter 21 and Title 67, Chapter 6. |
| Status: | Ref. to S. Tax Sub Comm. - 02/07/2012 |
| Number: | US HR 3638 - Updated (Status 01/28/2012) |
| Title: | Act for the 99% |
| Abstract: | Amends the Internal Revenue Code to apply employment and self-employment taxes to remuneration up to the contribution and benefit base and to remuneration in excess of $250,000. |
| Status: | Referred to the Subcommittee Indian and Alaska Native Affairs. - 01/26/2012 |
| Number: | US S 1934 - Updated (Text 12/06/2011) |
| Title: | A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal certain communications taxes, and for other purposes. |
| Abstract: | Prohibits states, local governments, and private owners of airports from imposing any tax, fee, or other charge on amounts charged or retained for facilitating the booking of air transportation, hotel accommodations, car rental or other travel-related services. |
| Status: | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. - 12/01/2011 |
| Number: | VA HJ 65 - Updated (Status, Text 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1867-1868; recognizing African American representatives. |
| Abstract: | Recognizing the African American representatives to the Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1867-1868. Recognizes and celebrates the outstanding service of the African American men elected to the Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1867-1868, on the occasion of the Sesquicentennial of the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 2013. This resolution is a recommendation of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Commission. |
| Status: | House: Incorporates HJ64 - 02/08/2012 |
| Number: | VA SJ 13 - Updated (Status 02/09/2012) |
| Title: | Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1867-1868, etc.; recognizing African American representatives. |
| Abstract: | Recognizing the African American representatives to the Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1867-1868. Recognizes and celebrates the outstanding service of the African American men elected to the Virginia Constitutional Convention of 1867-1868, on the occasion of the Sesquicentennial of the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 2013. This resolution is a recommendation of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Commission. |
| Status: | Senate: Read third time and agreed to by Senate by voice vote - 02/08/2012 |
| Number: | VT HB 143 - Updated (Hearing 04/10/2011) |
| Title: | AN ACT RELATING TO THE TAXATION OF CERTAIN INTERNET SALES |
| Status: | Senate: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Finance - 03/11/2011 |
| More Info: | This legislation would enforce existing laws that require those remote retailers with nexus in the state--through online affiliates---to collect and remit sales tax.
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| Number: | VT HB 730 - Updated (Hearing 02/10/2012) |
| Title: | AN ACT RELATING TO MISCELLANEOUS CONSUMER PROTECTION LAWS |
| Status: | House: Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development - 02/01/2012 |
| Number: | VT JRH 11 - Updated (Status 05/25/2011) |
| Title: | JOINT RESOLUTION URGING CONGRESS TO APPROVE A STREAMLINED SALES TAX AGREEMENT THAT WILL AUTHORIZE THE NATIONAL COLLECTION OF SALES TAX FROM ONLINE SALES |
| Status: | House: House of Representatives - 03/08/2011 |
| More Info: | JA supports this legislation on the federal level. Learn more about our efforts and contact federal representatives by clicking here.
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| Number: | VT SB 182 - Updated (Status 01/04/2012) |
| Title: | AN ACT RELATING TO LEAD IN FOOD AND OTHER EDIBLE PRODUCTS |
| Status: | Senate: Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Natural Resources and Energy - 01/03/2012 |
| Number: | WA HB 1319 - Updated (Status 01/27/2012) |
| Title: | Regarding the safety of certain children's products. |
| Abstract: | Modifies provisions relating to the safety of certain children's products. |
| Status: | By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. - 01/09/2012 |
| More Info: | Jewelers of America supports the ASTM Children's Jewelry Safety Standard. Learn more about this issue from the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.
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| Number: | WA HB 2126 - Updated (Status 01/27/2012) |
| Title: | Creating a plan of finance to prevent the default of bonds issued by distressed public facilities districts. |
| Abstract: | (SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB) Provides the tools necessary to prevent a default on debt issued by public facilities districts before the next regularly scheduled legislative session. Creates the distressed public facilities district obligation account. |
| Status: | House Rules "X" file. - 01/20/2012 |
| Number: | WA HB 2145 - Updated (Status 01/27/2012) |
| Title: | Creating a limited plan of finance upon a default of indebtedness issued by distressed public facilities districts. |
| Abstract: | (AS OF HOUSE 2ND READING 12/05/11) Provides the tools necessary upon a default on indebtedness issued by public facilities districts before the next regularly scheduled legislative session. Creates the distressed public facilities district obligation account. |
| Status: | By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. - 01/09/2012 |
| Number: | WA HB 2241 - Updated (Status 01/27/2012) |
| Title: | Reducing the introduction of lead into the aquatic environment. |
| Abstract: | Prohibits the sale or purchase of prohibited lead products. |
| Status: | First reading, referred to Environment. - 01/10/2012 |
| Number: | WA HB 2490 - Updated (Status 01/27/2012) |
| Title: | Improving the business climate in this state by simplifying state and local tax and licensing systems. |
| Abstract: | Establishes the tax and licensing simplification act. Pursues a long-term vision of a single internet portal for business licensing, registration, and tax reporting, to include both state and local governments. Begins the tax and licensing simplification process by: (1) Reducing the number of state business and occupation tax classifications; (2) Requiring greater uniformity between local business and occupation taxes and the state business and occupation tax, with a goal of state-level |
| Status: | First reading, referred to Ways & Means. - 01/16/2012 |
| Number: | WA SB 5965 - Updated (Status 01/27/2012) |
| Title: | Creating a plan of finance to prevent the default of bonds issued by distressed public facilities districts. |
| Abstract: | Provides the tools necessary to prevent a default on debt issued by public facilities districts before the next regularly scheduled legislative session. Creates the distressed public facilities district obligation account. |
| Status: | By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. - 01/09/2012 |
| Number: | WA SB 6095 - Updated (Status 02/10/2012) |
| Title: | Making technical corrections to gender-based terms. |
| Abstract: | (AS OF SENATE 2ND READING 1/27/12) Makes technical corrections to gender-based terms. |
| Status: | Public hearing in the House Committee on Judiciary at 9:00 AM. - 02/09/2012 |
| Number: | WA SB 6176 - Updated (Status 02/08/2012) |
| Title: | Improving the business climate in this state by simplifying state and local tax and licensing systems. |
| Abstract: | Establishes the tax and licensing simplification act. Pursues a long-term vision of a single internet portal for business licensing, registration, and tax reporting, to include both state and local governments. Begins the tax and licensing simplification process by: (1) Reducing the number of state business and occupation tax classifications; (2) Requiring greater uniformity between local business and occupation taxes and the state business and occupation tax, with a goal of state-level |
| Status: | Public hearing in the Senate Committee on Ways & Means at 1:30 PM. - 02/07/2012 |
| Number: | WV HB 4335 - Updated (New 01/28/2012) |
| Title: | Relating to the administration of sales and use tax |
| Abstract: | The purpose of this bill is to update code provisions to conform to the Streamlined Sales Tax Agreement. The bill adds new definitions and clarifies present definitions. The bill incorporates changes to the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement and adds computer software maintenance contracts as a Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement. The bill also relieves a seller of the tax liability in certain instances, eliminates monetary allowances for certain sellers, provides new effective dates, |
| Status: | H To House Finance - 01/27/2012 |
| Number: | WV SB 430 - Updated (Status, Text 02/10/2012) |
| Title: | Conforming code provisions to Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement |
| Abstract: | The purpose of this bill is to update code provisions to conform to the Streamlined Sales Tax Agreement. The bill adds new definitions and clarifies present definitions. The bill incorporates changes to the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement and adds computer software maintenance contracts as a Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement. The bill also relieves a seller of the tax liability in certain instances, eliminates monetary allowances for certain sellers, provides new effective dates, |
| Status: | S On 1st reading - 02/10/2012 |
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