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Retail Report: 2022 regular session reaches halfway point

Retail Report: 2022 regular session reaches halfway point

At the halfway point of the Alabama Legislature’s 2022 regular session, one chamber has approved a record general operating budget for the state and the education budget is scheduled to be in committee next week. Another whirlwind, three-day legislative week…

Alabama offers time to prepare for severe weather tax free

Alabama offers time to prepare for severe weather tax free

MONTGOMERY – From Friday, Feb. 25, to Sunday, Feb. 27, Alabama will observe the state’s 11th annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. The Alabama Retail Association encourages Alabamians to restock emergency supplies in homes, workplaces and vehicles during this three-day tax holiday….

Retail Report: Seasonal employees, drive-thru beer and tax cuts

Retail Report: Seasonal employees, drive-thru beer and tax cuts

The Alabama Legislature continued its three-legislative-day schedule this week with bills expanding broadband and easing the tax burden on working Alabamians among the legislation clearing at least one chamber. More tax cuts and creating a seasonal employee classification may be…