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Document Type

Article

Abstract

The Internet’s economic role has increased dramatically over the past decade. Along with many benefits, e-commerce has brought with it some important policy questions. One question relates to tax policy, and whether Internet transactions should be subject to sales or use taxes. This paper examines that question, considering factors such as feasibility, efficiency, fairness (virtual v. “brick-and-mortar” retailers), and legality. The relationship between e-commerce tax policy and state and local government revenues will also be addressed. Based on these factors, the evidence suggests that taxing Internet sales would be feasible, efficient, and provide revenue for important public services.

Publication Date

Spring 2003

Journal Title

Major Themes in Economics

Volume

5

Issue

1

First Page

3

Last Page

19

Copyright

©2003 by Major Themes in Economics

Language

en

File Format

application/pdf

Included in

Economics Commons

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