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

[Tess Gadwa]

Yeah,  it's not even the basic principle so much as how poorly worded and
defined the law is.

It's as if you were going to tax staples, but not paperclips!
 On Aug 7, 2013 4:32 PM, "Paul Stallman" <paul at alias-solutions.com> wrote:

> Count me in to help get rid of this tax.  It doesn't make any sense the
> way they are doing it.  I don't think they even know what they are trying
> to tax.  I know my rep didn't when I talked to them.
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> On Wed, Aug 7, 2013 at 12:18 PM, Kelly Albrecht <kelly at left-click.us>wrote:
>
>>    ** Be sure to fill out the survey/skills inventory in the member's
>> area.
>>    ** If you did, we all thank you.
>>
>>
>>
>> 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 I think this tax does not make any sense and it needs to be repealed.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 to get this stupid and arbitrary tax repealed.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
>>>
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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
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>>>>    ** 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
>>>> 617-887-6367 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
>>>> 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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