Connecticut House Bill HB05695

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/22/19
• Refer: 1/22/19

Caption

An Act Concerning The Deduction And Withholding Of Personal Income Tax From Nonpayroll Distributions.

Impact

By removing the withholding requirement, HB 05695 could lead to a more straightforward financial management process for individuals and entities involved in nonpayroll distributions. It is expected that this could encourage more individuals to engage in such transactions without the additional tax adherence worries associated with withholding. Consequently, the bill may enhance the overall efficiency of personal financial operations, allowing for greater cash flow in nonpayroll instances.

Summary

House Bill 05695 aims to amend existing regulations concerning the deduction and withholding of personal income tax from nonpayroll distributions. The bill proposes to eliminate the requirement for payers of such distributions to deduct and withhold personal income tax. This legislative change is directed at simplifying the tax process and reducing compliance burdens on payers who handle nonpayroll payments, potentially benefiting various financial transactions and services within the state.

Contention

Despite the potential benefits, there are concerns surrounding the bill's impact on state revenue, as eliminating the withholding requirement could lead to decreased tax collection in the short term. Critics argue that this change might create a liability risk for the state regarding individuals failing to report and pay taxes on nonpayroll distributions. Furthermore, the removal of withholding could disproportionately affect lower-income residents who may not have the capacity to pay taxes owed upfront, leading to an increased financial burden later. The discussions surrounding this bill highlight a struggle between regulatory burden reduction and the necessity for ensuring adequate tax revenue.