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U.S. Overhauls International Tax System in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

By Scott Montopoli | August 5, 2025

On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), marking the most significant reform of U.S. international…

Major Changes Coming to Texas Research and Development Tax Benefits

By KBF Editorial | July 25, 2025

Texas has enacted significant changes to how businesses benefit from research and development (R&D) tax incentives. Starting January 1, 2026, the state is streamlining its…

Washington State Enacts Comprehensive Tax Reforms for 2025-2027

By KBF Editorial | July 11, 2025

On May 20, 2025, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed multiple tax bills into law as part of the biennial budget passed by the state legislature…

KBF Sales and Use Tax Newsletter – 1st Quarter 2025

By KBF Editorial | May 29, 2025

Here are recent court rulings, legislation, and administrative changes that have significantly impacted sales tax landscapes across the country. In Indiana, online video game subscriptions,…

KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 1st Quarter 2025

By KBF Editorial | May 12, 2025

KBF’s quarterly newsletter updates clients on state and local income/franchise tax news, developments, and trends. Please note that this information is for discussion purposes only…

Michigan Enacts Refundable R&D Tax Credit

By KBF Editorial | April 28, 2025

On January 13, 2025, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation re-establishing a refundable Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit as part of the Michigan Innovation…

Navigating State Tax Nexus in the Digital Age

By KBF Editorial | March 24, 2025

In today’s interconnected world, understanding state tax nexus is crucial for businesses of all sizes. The concept of nexus, the requisite connection between a business…

R&D Tax Credit Reporting: New Rules, New Requirements

By KBF Editorial | March 24, 2025

The federal research and development (R&D) tax credit, while a valuable incentive, has long been known for its complexity. The tax return itself has historically…

KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 4th Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | February 11, 2025

KBF’s quarterly newsletter updates clients on state and local income/franchise tax news, developments, and trends. Please note that this information is for discussion purposes only…

KBF Sales and Use Tax Newsletter – 4th Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | February 5, 2025

Here are recent court rulings, legislation, and administrative changes that have significantly impacted sales tax landscapes across the country. California extended the sales and use…

California Wildfire Relief: Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines Extended

By KBF Editorial | January 31, 2025

In response to the devastation caused by recent wildfires, various tax agencies have implemented filing and payment extensions to support affected individuals and businesses in…

Louisiana Overhauls Tax Code with Sweeping Changes

By KBF Editorial | January 23, 2025

Louisiana recently enacted a comprehensive tax reform package, significantly altering the state’s tax landscape. Signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry on December 5th, the…