Connecticut House Bill HB05708

Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/21/11
• Refer: 1/21/11

Caption

An Act Concerning Payment Of Sales Taxes By Small Businesses.

Impact

The passage of HB 05708 could significantly impact state laws concerning tax collection by providing small businesses with additional avenues for sales tax compliance. Allowing electronic filing may encourage more small businesses to engage with tax reporting, potentially leading to increased accuracy and timeliness in tax payments. This is expected to not only ease the burden on small businesses but also help the state in collecting sales tax revenue more effectively. Furthermore, this bill aligns with broader trends towards digitization in business processes, reflecting evolving practices in tax administration.

Summary

House Bill 05708 aims to amend the general statutes to provide small businesses with the option to remit sales tax receipts either in paper form or electronically. The bill is introduced with the intent to facilitate easier compliance for small businesses by offering more flexibility in how they report and pay their sales taxes. This change in law is anticipated to simplify the sales tax remittance process, which is especially beneficial for smaller enterprises that may not have the resources or technical ability to manage complex tax reporting requirements.

Contention

While the bill is likely to receive support from small business advocates who welcome the flexibility in tax compliance, it may also face scrutiny regarding the implications for state revenue and the integrity of sales tax collection. Some lawmakers may raise concerns that electronic filing could lead to errors or difficulties in tracking sales tax receipts. Additionally, discussions may arise regarding the costs associated with implementing electronic filing systems and ensuring that all small businesses, especially those with limited technological capabilities, can access these options.