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California considers tax on veterinary services
Only three states tax veterinary services, but other states might consider doing so
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New tax law: What it means for veterinary hospitals
Analysts say the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act benefits businesses more than individuals.
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Federal tax proposals could affect veterinarians
AVMA brings veterinary voices to the conversation Tax law changes under consideration by Congress and federal rulemakers could change the fiscal…
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California passes budget without tax on veterinary services
The state of California has dropped the idea of taxing veterinary services, at least in the near term.
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Charities see downside of probable estate tax changes
Alterations to the federal estate tax are coming, but the nature and timing of the changes are still up in the air.
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Veterinarians will qualify for new income tax deduction
Veterinary small business owners will be able to take advantage of the new “pass-through” income tax deduction, U.S. Treasury Department officials…
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Online sales tax awaits Supreme Court decision
The United States Supreme Court has heard arguments and is considering its decision in an online sales tax case in which the AVMA has urged it to…
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Supreme Court ruling provides sales tax victory for veterinarians
The U.S. Supreme Court made a major ruling in favor of veterinarians today, allowing states to require online retailers to collect sales tax. The AVMA…
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Senate bill would lift tax on veterinary loan repayment program
Bipartisan legislation introduced in the Senate July 21 proposes to eliminate taxes on government programs that encourage veterinarians to practice in…
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Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health insurance
Federal initiatives to stimulate the economy could mean more credit and less in taxes for small businesses.
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IRS issues guidance on tax credits for small businesses that offer health insurance
The Internal Revenue Service has released guidance on new tax credits available to many small businesses that offer health insurance.
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Keeping veterinary services tax-free
In their perennial search for new revenue sources, governors and state legislators often propose taxing professional services such as those delivered…
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AVMA Answers: Small business and health care reform
Does the federal health care legislation provide tax credits for small businesses?
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Legislation At A Glance
The AVMA is supporting the Hire Now Tax Act (S. 2983). This bill would exempt for-profit and nonprofit employers
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Legislation At A Glance
The AVMA is supporting passage of the Hire Now Tax Act (S. 2983)—legislation that would exempt for-profit and nonprofit
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2010 is time to take a second look at health savings accounts
Higher maximum contributions for 2010 mean health savings accounts offer greater tax benefits than ever before.
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Help small businesses hurt by COVID-19
We can support our business-owning colleagues by asking Congress to eliminate an unexpected tax on Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers.
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Coronavirus emergency law gives paid leave
A new federal law expands the existing paid family medical and leave program from its current form and gives paid sick leave to workers who did not…
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Guidelines updated for Paycheck Protection Program
Several important updates have been announced to the new small-business loan program, including notices addressing income tax requirements and…
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Coronavirus stimulus packages to aid workers, small businesses
The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act—signed into law March 27—are intended to strengthen the…
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USDA awards nearly $6 million to veterinarians serving in shortage areas
The Agriculture Department's National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced Nov. 9 that it will offer 62 rural veterinarians awards totaling…
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COVID-19 stimulus package signed into law
A sweeping COVID-19 relief package was approved by Congress and signed by the president Friday. Here are key provisions that matter to veterinary…
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China adds tariffs to U.S. pork
The Chinese government is adding tariffs on U.S. pork and other products in retaliation for U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum.
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AVMA legislative agenda expands
The AVMA is weighing in on several bills Congress is considering, including legislation affecting small businesses, wildlife, and animal welfare.
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PPP Flexibility Act relaxes rules for borrowers
Paycheck Protection Program borrowers will have more time and flexibility in spending their forgivable stimulus loans.