July 10, 2026
Tax Notes State: The Audits Are Coming! The Audits Are Coming!
Category: Firm Updates
On May 11, Jamie Szal wrote a story for Tax Notes State titled “The Audits Are Coming! The Audits Are Coming!”
The article discusses the surge in state and local tax audits facing businesses nationwide, especially after the Supreme Court’s Wayfair decision. Companies, particularly in e-commerce, are now subject to overlapping audits from multiple states and cities, creating significant compliance challenges. States are using company data to pursue retroactive and expanded tax inquiries, often with inconsistent processes and tight deadlines. The article highlights the growing administrative burden on businesses and anticipates further legal battles over what constitutes an undue burden for tax compliance.