Introduced
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To essentially impose sales tax on many catalog or internet purchases made from sellers outside the state, by placing in statute a broad definition of “nexus,” or affiliation with a different business that is located in Michigan, in the manner pioneered by internet retailer Amazon.com. Out of state sellers the meet this definition would have to collect Michigan sales tax.
Referred to the Committee on Economic Development
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (S-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Passed in the Senate 21 to 16 (details)
Referred to the Committee on Tax Policy
Amendment offered
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To establish Oct. 1, 2015 as the effective date of the new tax collection requirement.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 83 to 27 (details)
To essentially impose sales tax on many catalog or internet purchases made from sellers outside the state, by placing in statute a broad definition of “nexus,” or affiliation with a different business that is located in Michigan, in the manner pioneered by internet retailer Amazon.com. Out of state sellers the meet this definition would have to collect Michigan sales tax. Reportedly the measure was adopted by the House as part of a $1.945 billion tax hike deal for roads and other spending.
Passed in the Senate 25 to 13 (details)
To concur with the House-passed version of the bill.
