Sales Tax Seminar To Be Held In Tyler

Texas Comptroller’s Office Schedules February Tax Help Seminars

AUSTIN, TX, Jan. 30, 2009 -- A thriving economy, growing work force and friendly business climate attract more businesses to the Lone Star state every day. Texas Comptroller Susan Combs’ office regularly presents free taxpayer seminars throughout the state to help new and existing business owners understand their state tax responsibilities.

At the seminars, taxpayers can learn about sales tax forms, filing and paying taxes electronically, taxable goods and services, e-services to help taxpayers manage their accounts online, the Comptroller’s e-mail subscription service that alerts taxpayers when new tax information is posted online, and the array of other services and information available from the Comptroller’s office to assist taxpayers. Comptroller representatives will answer questions and provide assistance to attendees.

“A strong and diverse business community is the key to Texas’ economic strength,” Combs said. “We are committed to assisting Texas businesses by making taxes simpler, smarter, faster and, above all, transparent. We owe it to our taxpayers to provide the best customer service possible.”

Five seminars will take place throughout February at various locations across the state. For a complete list of locations, dates and times is available at www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/seminars.html.

The closest scheduled seminar to Upshur County will be held in Tyler. It is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 12 at the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce. The seminar will begin at 6:00 p.m. Interested parties can contact the Tyler Field Office at (903) 534-0333.