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Maryland Considers a “Time-Out” on Telecom Taxes

The Maryland General Assembly is considering legislation, the ‘Telecommunications Tax Reform Commission Moratorium’ (HB 563/SB 567), that would temporarily put a stop to any new taxes and fees on consumers’ landline, wireless and cable bills.

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Digital Commerce Bigger Than Ever for Consumers, but Taxation Looms

Apps, as well as items such as ringtones, ringbacks, e-books, are digital goods, and it’s never been easier to buy and download them.

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Washington State Considering a Cell Phone Tax Hike, Consumers Say No Way

The Washington State Legislature is considering allowing counties to add a six percent utility tax that, depending on where you live, could end up on your cell phone bill.

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U.S. House Passes Wireless Tax Fairness Act

Fight Moves on to the Senate Chambers
 
In an historic victory for wireless consumers, the U.S. House passed the Wireless Tax Fairness Act on November 1, 2011

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