E85: Issue Brief: Advertising Taxes with Patrick Reynolds of COST
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In this episode, host Rebecca Snyder sits down with Pat Reynolds, the President and Executive Director of the Council on State Taxation (COST), to discuss the growing trend of advertising and service taxes across the U.S. They explore how states like Maryland have implemented digital advertising taxes and the broader implications for businesses and consumers alike. Pat offers insights into the legal challenges surrounding these taxes, the impact on both large and small businesses, and why transparent and fair tax policies are crucial for a healthy economy. Tune in to learn about the latest in state taxation, the complexities of administering advertising taxes, and what the future holds for this controversial issue.
Chapter
1. Introduction to COST and Pat Reynolds (00:00:00)
2. COST's Role and Membership (00:01:00)
3. Service Taxes and Business Inputs (00:03:00)
4. Digital Advertising Taxes Across the U.S. (00:06:00)
5. Challenges and Transparency in Advertising Taxes (00:10:00)
6. Broader Implications and Legislative Trends (00:14:00)
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