[Hidden-tech] DOR FAQ on new IT services tax

Tess Gadwa info at yesexactly.com
Tue Aug 6 21:30:00 EDT 2013


I want to know why we as an industry are not doing some serious lobbying to
get this stupid and arbitrary tax repealed. Does anyone know of a group
that is taking action on this front? Even a list of representatives to call
would be helpful.


Tess Gadwa

Chief Executive Officer
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On Tue, Aug 6, 2013 at 1:16 PM, William Loving <
contact at dedicationtechnologies.com> wrote:

>    ** Be sure to fill out the survey/skills inventory in the member's area.
>    ** If you did, we all thank you.
>
>
>
> I wrote to Stan Rosenberg about this issue recently and just got this
> reply. I think the new FAQ definitely helps clarify things. Note that there
> is a specific DOR Customer Service Rep that has been recommended and his
> direct extension that you can call if you have questions.
>
>
> Dear Mr. Loving,****
>
> Senator Rosenberg asked me to forward to you the below information
> regarding the Mass. Department of Revenue’s implementation of the new tax
> on “software”.   We are told the FAQ page is updated daily to reflect new
> questions raised (see #2 below).  The Department is expected to provide
> further guidance about the applicability of the new law, so any issues
> raised now may actually be reflected in later clarifications (see #3 below).
> ****
>
> The DOR is also expected to hold forums with industry representatives in
> the coming weeks to gather additional comments and suggestions. If you are
> interested in being involved in the forums please let me know and we can be
> sure to keep you updated as they are scheduled (I assume they will be held
> regionally).****
>
> Lastly, if you have particular implementation or applicability questions,
> feel free to call a DOR Customer Service Representative.   Jack Fernandes
> is the knowledgeable representative who was recommended to us. Here is his
> direct phone #: 617-887-6082.****
>
> And here is the information from the Department:****
> The Department of Revenue has responded to the recently-enacted tax
> legislation by creating a comprehensive online****
> information resource for taxpayers.  The application of the sales and use
> tax for certain computer/software services****
> is generating a number of comments and inquiries and DOR responded with an
> extensive set of FAQs. ****
> ** **
> We anticipate that you may be receiving inquiries as well and invite you
> to use DOR as a resource when responding.****
> ** **
> 1.      A DOR website page dedicated to providing information on the
> recent tax changes may be accessed****
> at www.mass.gov/dor/newtaxinfo.****
> ** **
> 2.      The Technical Information Release<http://www.mass.gov/dor/businesses/help-and-resources/legal-library/tirs/tirs-by-years/2013-releases/tir-13-10.html> related
> to the application of the sales and use tax on computer/software****
> services and a set of FAQ<http://www.mass.gov/dor/docs/dor/law-changes/faqss-computer-software-2013.pdf>s
> on the subject matter may be accessed from this page.****
> ** **
> 3.      DOR anticipates providing further guidance on the application of
> sales and use tax on computer/software****
> services and asks that any comments or suggestions be submitted to
> rulesandregs at dor.state.ma. ****
> ** **
> 4.       For additional information or questions, please call 617-887-6367or
> 800-392-6089 in MA only.****
> ** **
> We will continue to update the FAQs as additional comments, inquiries or
> suggestions are submitted.DOR will arrange focus groups over the next
> several weeks, with representatives of industries affected by the new
> legislation, to learn more about business practices and any areas of
> uncertainty.  Information about the meetings will be posted on the DOR
> website. ****
>
> ** **
> Please let me know you have questions.****
>
> Sincerely,****
> Rose****
>  *--*
> *Rosalie Adams*
> Chief of Staff****
> Office of Senate Majority Leader Stan Rosenberg****
> Massachusetts State House, Room 333****
> T. (617) 722-1532****
>
>
>
> On Aug 1, 2013, at 3:12 PM, Jan Werner <jwerner at jwdp.com> wrote:
>
>   ** Be sure to fill out the survey/skills inventory in the member's area.
>   ** If you did, we all thank you.
>
>
> The Deptartment of Revenue has just released a FAQ "clarifying" the new
> regulations applying MA sales and use tax to computer services and
> software development.
>
>
> http://www.mass.gov/dor/docs/dor/law-changes/faqss-computer-software-2013.pdf
>
> Fascinating!  For example, installing new software on a client's
> computer is taxable, but fixing an existing installation is not.
>
> My advice: buy the extra-large bottle of headache reliever. You'll
> probably need it.
>
> Jan Werner
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