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New law requires sales and use tax dealers to file and pay tax electronically to receive a collection allowance
For sales and use tax returns and payments due on or after July 1, 2012, dealers may deduct a collection allowance only when they:
- File sales and use tax returns electronically;
- Pay tax electronically; and
- Electronically file and pay tax ("e-file and e-pay") timely.
Sales Tax Holiday Aug. 3 - 5, 2012
Legislation was recently passed and signed into law (Chapter 2012-32, Section 22, Laws of Florida) to create a sales tax holiday. During this period, no Florida sales tax or local option tax will be collected on sales of clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $75 or less per item, or on certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item. This three-day tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, August 3, 2012, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 5, 2012.
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Do you owe delinquent tax?
It is important for taxpayers to pay close attention to notices and communications received from the Department about delinquent taxes owed.
Tax Information Publication on Prepaid Communications Services and Plans
This publication explains the history and background of prepaid communications services and clarifies the application of tax to certain prepaid communications services and plans.
Shopping Online? Make Sure You Pay Tax
Did you know you must pay "use tax" on items you buy tax-free outside Florida and bring or have delivered into this state? This applies to merchandise that would have been taxed if purchased in Florida. We have an easy online application you can use to report and pay taxes on Internet, catalog, and other out-of-state purchases.