Search Results: keywords:"interstate commerce simplification act of 2024"

  • S. 5158 — To amend Public Law 86–272 to expand the prohibition of State taxation relating to certain solicitation of orders.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:247

    S. 5158 seeks to modify Public Law 86–272 by expanding the restrictions on state taxation related to the solicitation of orders. It clarifies the definition of "solicitation of orders" to include any business activity that aids in order solicitation, even if that activity...

    Simple Explanation

    This bill changes the rules to make sure that when companies try to sell things, they don't have to pay extra taxes just because they're talking to people in a different state. It wants to make it easier for businesses to talk to people without worrying about state taxes.

  • H. R. 8021 — To amend Public Law 86–272 to expand the prohibition of State taxation relating to certain solicitation of orders.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:261

    H. R. 8021 aims to modify Public Law 86–272 to broaden the rules that stop states from taxing certain business activities related to the solicitation of orders. The bill clarifies that "solicitation of orders" includes any business activities that not only help in getting...

    Simple Explanation

    Imagine a rule that stops states from charging extra money (like taxes) when someone is doing business by asking people to buy their stuff. H. R. 8021 makes this rule clearer by saying that even if the people asking also do other useful things, they still shouldn't be charged extra by the states.