But, as always, the devil is in the details. It's is an incredibly complex process that, while holding great promise, comes with significant limitations and unknowns. In this lesson, we will gloss over the obvious benefits of bioremediation and instead look at a few of the challenges, or disadvantages, of bioremediation.
Sales taxes. The state sales tax rate in Iowa increased to 6% (from 5%) on July 1, 2008. Iowa also collects a corresponding use tax on out-of-state purchases. Local taxing jurisdictions also may impose a local option sales tax if approved by voters. This tax is imposed on the gross receipts from sales of tangible personal property.
Iowa's sales tax weekend is Friday and Saturday, August 6th and 7th. Illinois' is from August 6th through the 15th. The Illinois holiday does include school supplies, which Iowa's tax-free weekend does not. Also a good summary of all state tax holidays here.