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June 03, 2026
San Diego Ballot Measure For Empty Homes Tax Trailing
A ballot measure in San Diego to tax vacant homes was failing Wednesday to win the majority of votes required for passage, according to unofficial preliminary results with most votes still uncounted.
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June 03, 2026
La. Bars Legislative Motions To OK Nonuniform Tax Measures
Louisiana adopted a rule barring motions to pass legislative measures to enact, change or repeal sales and use tax exemptions, exclusions, credits or rebates that would result in nonuniform state and local tax bases, subject to waiver by either chamber, under a unanimously approved legislative resolution.
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June 02, 2026
'Tax 1st, Plan 2nd' School Funding Fee Unlawful, Panel Told
Counsel for two certified classes of residents and homeowners told a North Carolina state appeals court Tuesday that they should be handed a new jury trial, as a county neglected state statute when it extracted millions of dollars in impact fees from local families without a clear plan on how to spend those funds.
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June 02, 2026
Ill. Lawmakers OK Targeted Ad Tax, Social Media Platform Fee
Illinois would tax digital advertising, social media platforms, cryptocurrency, prediction markets and more under a nearly $56 billion budget on the desk of Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker.
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June 02, 2026
Mo. Appeals Court Fast-Tracks Tax Phaseout Plan Challenges
A Missouri appeals court said it will quickly hear arguments on a ballot measure slated for August to phase out Missouri's income tax in favor of broader sales taxes following a circuit court's rejection of challenges to the proposal.
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June 02, 2026
Alaska Co. Wasn't Doing Business In Calif., OTA Says
A company that owned and rented property in Alaska was not doing business in California even though it had a California address, the state Office of Tax Appeals found, reversing a state tax agency ruling that it owed franchise tax.
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June 02, 2026
Fla. Seeks Voter Approval Of Homestead Exemption Increase
Florida would increase the amount of its homestead tax exemption and aim to fully exempt homesteads under a resolution passed by the state Legislature on Tuesday that will have a proposed constitutional amendment go to voters in November.
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June 02, 2026
Minn. Childcare Center Property Tax Break OK'd By Court
A Minnesota childcare center was entitled to a property tax break as an educational facility, the Minnesota Tax Court said, rejecting a county's argument that the school did not meet a deadline for a filing with the county before appealing to the court.
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June 02, 2026
Fennemore Craig Builds Calif. Presence With Boutique Tie-Up
Fennemore Craig PC has launched its 24th office with the addition of a 15-person team of attorneys and legal professionals from Northern California boutique Reynolds Law LLP.
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June 02, 2026
Alaska Bars Cities From Imposing Tax On Gold And Silver
Alaska will not allow boroughs or cities to impose sales and use tax on gold or silver coins or bullion under a bill that became law without the signature of the governor.
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June 02, 2026
DC Mayor OKs Appeal Process For Property Transfer Taxes
Washington, D.C., would allow a new way to appeal the fair market value, used to calculate transfer and recordation taxes, of properties transferred for no or nominal consideration under legislation signed into law, subject to 30-day congressional review.
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June 02, 2026
Calif. Taxpayer's Unclaimed Property Refund Claim Is Moot
A California taxpayer's unclaimed property tax refund is rendered moot because she received the refund from the state Franchise Tax Board, the Office of Tax Appeals said.
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June 02, 2026
Calif. Mini-Mart's License Properly Suspended, OTA Says
A California mini-mart that failed to keep proper records for cigarette and tobacco sales had its retailer license properly suspended for five days, the state's Office of Tax Appeals ruled.
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June 02, 2026
NH Spreads Out Future Cuts To Biz Tax Carryforward Limits
New Hampshire will spread out future reductions of credit carryforward limits for state business tax purposes under a bill signed by the governor.
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June 02, 2026
Samsung Follows Exxon From NJ To Texas
After less than a year in a new building in New Jersey, Samsung said it plans to move its headquarters to Texas by the end of 2026, wrapping up a more than 40-year run of corporate residency in the Garden State.
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June 02, 2026
Colorado Extends Conservation Easement Income Tax Credit
Colorado is extending its conservation easement tax credit for five years under legislation signed by Gov. Jared Polis.
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June 01, 2026
NY Panel Probes Professor's Challenge Of Remote Tax Bill
New York appellate court justices pressed a New York university professor Monday over his arguments that the state illegally subjected him to income tax for days he worked from his home in Connecticut while the school was closed during the coronavirus pandemic.
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June 01, 2026
No Illinois Stadium Bill For Bears As Legislative Session Ends
The Chicago Bears on Monday kept the door open to staying in Illinois instead of moving to Indiana, hours after the state's Senate failed to act on a tax incentive bill for a proposed stadium before the legislative session ended.
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June 01, 2026
Calif. OTA Says Ken's Foods Lost State Income Tax Shield
Massachusetts-based manufacturer of dressings, sauces and marinades Ken's Foods exceeded the protections of a federal law that shields certain activities from state income tax, the California Office of Tax Appeals said in an opinion released Monday.
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June 01, 2026
Paychex Urges NY Court To Nix Employer Org. Tax Rules
Paychex's interpretation of New York state law, arguing that professional employer organizations should be able to include certain expense reimbursements in their tax calculations, is correct and regulations to the contrary should be overturned, an attorney told a state appellate court Monday.
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June 01, 2026
Conn. Alters Pot Tax, Gives Cities Aid To Cut Property Taxes
Connecticut will change its cannabis tax structure, provide funding to local governments for property tax reductions and make other tax changes under a 2027 budget bill signed by the governor.
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June 01, 2026
$2.6M Refund Denial Yields Confusion, Sunoco Tells NY Court
A New York Tax Tribunal decision prohibiting Sunoco from including its oil sales to third parties intended as inventory exchanges when computing its business activity allocable to New York would result in confusion for other companies, the company told a state court Monday.
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June 01, 2026
Md. Tax Dept. To Study Blockchain Use For Property Disputes
Maryland's Department of Assessments and Taxation will study the use of blockchain technology for verifying real property ownership and assess the technology's potential to help resolve certain property disputes under a bill signed by the governor.
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June 01, 2026
Md. Authorizes Tax Credits For Service Station Conversions
Maryland authorized local governments to grant property tax credits for service stations that are converted to other uses under legislation signed by the governor.
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June 01, 2026
Justices Reject Fla.'s Challenge To Calif. Apportionment Rule
The U.S. Supreme Court declined Monday to weigh Florida's claims that a special apportionment rule in California unconstitutionally discriminates against interstate commerce by penalizing corporations that operate outside California.
Expert Analysis
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Calculating Damages In IEEPA Tariff Refund Litigation
To calculate damages in the spate of refund litigation triggered by the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision invalidating tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, the central question will be how to determine where in the supply chain their economic burden ultimately came to rest, say analysts at Charles River Associates.
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Alpine Skiing Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Skiing has shaped habits I rely on daily as an attorney — focus, resilience and the ability to remain steady when circumstances shift rapidly — and influences the way I approach legal strategy, client counseling and teamwork, says Isaku Begert at Marshall Gerstein.
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NY Tax Talk: Calculating Tiered Partnership Income
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Attorneys at Eversheds Sutherland discuss how the potential impact recent New York City Tax Appeals Tribunal decision in Matter of Cantor Fitzgerald holding that the entity approach should be used by tiered partnerships to compute unincorporated business tax liability, why the issue of the proper approach remains unsettled and the broader implications for federal conformity and administrative agency deference.
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What A Court Doc Audit Reveals About Erroneous Filings
My audit of 1,522 court documents from last month found that over 95% contained at least one verifiable error, with fewer than 1% showing clear indicators of artificial intelligence use — highlighting above all else that lawyers may want to focus most on strengthening their review processes, says Elliott Ash at ETH Zurich.
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Mich. Banking Brief: All The Notable Legal Updates In Q1
Michigan's financial services sector saw several significant developments in 2026's first quarter, including the state Department of Insurance and Financial Services' issuance of a bulletin on the use of artificial intelligence and the Michigan House's introduction of a bill based on the Model Money Transmission Modernization Act, say attorneys at Dykema.
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What The Wealthy Can And Will Do: SALT In Review
From new research that undercuts state taxes on the wealthy to an Indiana law concerned with foreign affairs, RSM's David Brunori offers his thoughts on noteworthy state and local tax news.
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Navigating The Perks Of Qualified Opportunity Zones 2.0
The second iteration of the qualified opportunity zone program, effective Jan. 1, 2027, will introduce new tax incentives for rural real estate development, but these benefits can only be realized if proper governance is a priority, including clear documentation and securities law compliance, says Coni Rathbone at VF Law.
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Getting The Most Out Of Learning And Development Programs
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Junior associates can better develop the legal, business and interpersonal skills they need for long-term success by approaching their firms’ learning and development programs armed with five tips for getting the most out of these resources, says Lauren Hakala at Reed Smith.
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AI Presents A Make-Or-Break Moment For Outside Counsel
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence by corporate legal departments is forcing a long-overdue reset of the relationship between inside and outside counsel, and introducing a significant opportunity to shed frustrating inefficiencies and strengthen collaboration for firms willing to embrace the shift, says Intel Chief Legal Officer April Miller Boise.
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5 Tips For Navigating Your Firm's All-Attorney Summit
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Law firm retreats should be approached strategically, as they present valuable opportunities to advance both the firm's objectives and attorneys' professional development through meaningful participation, building and strengthening internal relationships, and proactive follow-up, says James Argionis at Cozen O’Connor.
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A Ruling That Shakes Things Up In California: SALT In Review
From a monumentally important ruling against California's apportionment rules to a call for no more personal income tax in Louisiana, RSM's David Brunori offers his thoughts on noteworthy state and local tax news.
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The Benefits Of Choosing A Niche Practice In The AI Age
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly accessible, lawyers with a niche practice may stand out as clients seek specialized judgment that automation cannot replicate, but it is important to choose a niche that is durable, engaging and a good personal fit, says Daniel Borneman at Lowenstein Sandler.
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Ill. Swipe Fee Ruling Sets Stage For A High-Stakes Appeal
In Illinois Bankers Association v. Raoul, an Illinois federal court upheld the state's ban on credit and debit card swipe fees on tax and tip payments, while permanently enjoining the statute's data usage limitation, but an imminent appeal could significantly influence the trajectory of state-level payments regulation, say attorneys at Latham.