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Internet tax bill goes to Bush

by on31 October 2007


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Moratorium on Internet tax for 7 more years


A Bill
to extend a moratorium on Internet access taxes for seven years was approved unanimously by the U.S. Senate. There was considerable support for a permanent ban, but unfortunately this version of the Bill did not live long enough to see the light of day as an amendment.

There was also some concern that a total Internet access taxation ban would hamper state and local governments since it is not clear what the future of the Internet will be. However, most Senators thought a moratorium of seven years was better than nothing.

The tax ban, first approved in 1998 and twice renewed, now goes to President Bush for his signature to make it official.
Last modified on 31 October 2007
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