Oregon

Multnomah County has adopted amendments to the Preschool for All income tax program aimed to improve tax administration and compliance. Some of these key changes include: Electronic Filing: The County wants to authorize the Tax Administrator to require electronic filing of tax returns through administrative rules. Pass-Through Income Deduction Clarity: The language regarding the deduction of pass-through…

Portland’s central city has witnessed a substantial exodus of businesses since 2019, with many relocating to nearby counties. The official vacancy rate for office spaces in the central business district stands at approximately 26%, though it is anticipated to be significantly higher and expected to continue rising. Among the primary obstacles cited by departing businesses…

Oregon taxpayers can anticipate receiving an unprecedented kicker tax rebate of $5.6 billion, based on the near-final forecasts released on Wednesday. This rebate works out to the median taxpayer receiving approximately $980, nearly three times larger than the previous kicker. This substantial payout underscores Oregon’s economic resilience following the pandemic, along with the underestimated strength…

The Portland City Council recently voted to simplify the sales factor apportionment for businesses in the area. These approved changes would allow Portland, Multnomah County, and Metro taxing authorities to use the state’s sales factor apportionment starting on or after January 1, 2023. The update aims to reduce the differences between jurisdictions and enables them…