States lose billions due to lack of Internet sales tax
The e-commerce industry is booming, and everyone wants a piece of the pie. But when it comes to collecting sales tax on items bought over the Internet, certain states are being starved.
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The e-commerce industry is booming, and everyone wants a piece of the pie. But when it comes to collecting sales tax on items bought over the Internet, certain states are being starved.
The e-commerce industry is booming, and everyone wants a piece of the pie. But when it comes to collecting sales tax on items bought over the Internet, certain states are being starved.
The e-commerce industry is booming, and everyone wants a piece of the pie. But when it comes to collecting sales tax on items bought over the Internet, certain states are being starved.
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