Jan and Sara took a brief hiatus from Form and Foliage in the first half of 2014 as Jan took photography classes and Sara became the website editor for the American Conifer Society. We hope to be back on a more regular schedule in the second half of the year.
In at least nine states (Ala., Ark., Colo., Fla., Mo., Okla., Texas, Utah and Wash.), operators of motor vehicles powered by certain alternative fuels are required to pay an annual flat rate fee instead of a sales or excise tax on the fuel, for example by purchasing an annual permit or decal.
So, in conclusion: You will most likely pay sales tax on shipping and handling in Texas. If you are selling an item that is taxable and you ship it, the shipping and handling is taxable. The only way it ISNâT taxable is if your customer gives you: A properly completed Resale Certificate.