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

[Paul Stallman]

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On Wed, Aug 7, 2013 at 12:18 PM, Kelly Albrecht <kelly at left-click.us> wrote:

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>
>
> There is this website so far:
>
> http://repealtheitservicetax.com/
>
> I think this tax does not make any sense and it needs to be repealed. I am
> currently looking for more ways to be involved with that effort.
>
>
> On Tue, Aug 6, 2013 at 9:30 PM, Tess Gadwa <info at yesexactly.com> wrote:
>
>>    ** Be sure to fill out the survey/skills inventory in the member's
>> area.
>>    ** If you did, we all thank you.
>>
>>
>>
>> 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 to get this stupid and arbitrary tax repealed.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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>> Yes Exactly, Inc. | yesexactly.com | 413.325.8251
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>>
>> On Tue, Aug 6, 2013 at 1:16 PM, William Loving <
>> contact at dedicationtechnologies.com> wrote:
>>
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>>>
>>>
>>> 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
>>> 617-887-6367 or 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
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>>>
>>> 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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