From CalCPA:
ACTION NEEDED: SB 993 (Hertzberg) Sales Tax on Services
SB 993 (Hertzberg), which would impose a sales tax on business services, including professional services provided by CPAs, is scheduled to be heard in the Senate Governance and Finance Committee on May 16, 2018.
This is a significant issue that CalCPA has been fighting against and we need your help in opposing this legislation. We urge you to call, fax or email Sen. Hertzberg and the senators on the Senate Governance and Finance Committee to express your opposition to SB 993. We ask that you act by May 15 so senators have time to read and listen to your comments.
In an already challenging business climate, SB 993 would impose a massive new tax that will needlessly complicate an already complex state tax code and add a substantial new tax burden to California businesses and consumers without any corresponding benefit. You can read the language of SB 993 online, as well as CalCPA's formal opposition letter.
This is your opportunity to express to Sen. Hertzberg and Senate Governance and Finance Committee members the detrimental impact a services tax would have on your business and clients. Sen. Hertzberg and committee members need to hear directly from those who would feel the weight of this tax. The voice of 44,000 members cannot go unnoticed and will be an invaluable tool as we continue to oppose SB 993.
Below are resources and contact information for Sen. Hertzberg and Senate Governance and Finance Committee members.
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Author of SB 993 Phone Fax Email Room #
Sen. Robert Hertzberg
San Fernando Valley Dem-18 (916) 651-4018 (916) 651-4918 Click Here
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Senate Governance and Finance Committee Members Phone Fax Email Room #
Sen. Mike McGuire (Chair)
North Coast/Napa Area Dem-2 (916) 651-4002 (916) 651-4902 Click Here
5061
Sen. Janet Nguyen
(Vice Chair)
Santa Ana/Orange County Rep-34 (916) 651-4034 (916) 651-4934 Click Here
3048
Sen. Jim Beall
San Jose/Campbell
Dem-15 (916) 651-4015 (916) 651-4915 Click Here
2082
Sen. Ed Hernandez
Azusa/West Covina Dem-22 (916) 651-4022 (916) 651-4922 Click Here
2080
Sen. Ricardo Lara
Bell Gardens/Long Beach Dem-33 (916) 651-4033 (916) 651-4933 Click Here
5050
Sen. John Moorlach
Costa Mesa/Orange County Rep-37 (916) 651-4037 (916) 651-4937 Click Here
2048
Make a Phone Call
Call the offices of Sen. Hertzberg and members of the Senate Governance and Finance Committee to share your opposition to SB 993 and why it will be a negative impact to the profession. Share with the staff member the following points:
• SB 993 is a massive new tax that will complicate an already complex state tax code and add a substantial new tax burden to California businesses and consumers.
• Nearly every business in your district will be faced with a huge new tax and significant administrative costs. Your constituents will ultimately bear the burden of these taxes.
• Not only will CPA services for businesses be more expensive, but CPAs will be faced with sorting out a number of complex issues as they advise taxpayers on how to navigate the compliance of a complicated new tax.
• SB 993 places a tax on services needed to comply with the law. Businesses rely on tax preparation, auditing and accounting services to meet their obligations with the law.
• Any personal points that illustrate the negative impacts of SB 993.
Writing a Letter
We have provided a template that you can send as is or add your personal remarks.
http://calcpa.informz.net/z/cjUucD9taT0 ... index.html
Personalizing to highlight the direct impact to you and your clients is encouraged to maximize its effectiveness.
At the top of the letter, we ask that you insert your letterhead, the appropriate date, the first and last name of the senator, and their room number. After "Dear", insert the senator's name. At the bottom of the letter, please sign and print your name and address.
If you are a constituent of one of the senators, we encourage you to highlight this point.
Sending Your Comments
Sending a Fax: Capitol offices still regularly collect faxed comment letters on legislation. You can fax a copy of your letter to the senate offices. Please see above fax numbers.
Sending an Email:
Click on the link in the above list for the senator you wish to email. The link will take you to their website, where further information will be provided. You can use the points from the template letter and any personal perspective you wish to include.
Additionally, we encourage you to circulate this request to your colleagues and urge them to also call and fax a letter.
Please report your advocacy efforts to the Government Relations team. Send a copy of your letter, the names of those you called or emailed, and any feedback you received. Copies of your letters and notes can be sent to CalCPAGR@calcpa.org or faxed to (916) 441-5354.
Time is short, so we encourage you to make your phone calls and fax your letters as soon as possible.
Thank you.
Questions?
Contact our Government Relations Team at (916) 441-5351 or via email.