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Beginning Oct. 1, 2026, a new state excise tax on consumable v***r products will take effect under Act 2025-377.πŸ’² Tax ra...
09/28/2026

Beginning Oct. 1, 2026, a new state excise tax on consumable v***r products will take effect under Act 2025-377.

πŸ’² Tax rate: 10 cents per milliliter on consumable v***r products sold at wholesale or imported into Alabama for use, consumption, or retail sale.

πŸ“‹ Wholesalers and registered retailers responsible for collecting and remitting the tax must obtain a V***r Products Tax License from ALDOR.

πŸ’» Registration opens Oct. 1 through My Alabama Taxes at no cost.

πŸ”— Learn more about licensing, filing and reporting requirements:
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/v***r-products-tax-goes-into-effect-oct-1/

⚑ New Utility Tax ExemptionsUnder Act 2026-595, qualifying natural gas or electricity used as fuel or energy in certain ...
09/25/2026

⚑ New Utility Tax Exemptions

Under Act 2026-595, qualifying natural gas or electricity used as fuel or energy in certain agricultural operations is now exempt from Alabama’s Utility Gross Receipts Tax. Qualifying uses include:

🐟 Commercial aquaculture aeration systems
🌱 Commercial greenhouses
πŸ’§ Pivot irrigation systems
πŸ” Poultry houses

The exemption is effective September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2029.

To claim the exemption, taxpayers must obtain Form STE-3, Utility Tax Certificate of Exemption, from the Alabama Department of Revenue and provide the certificate to their electric or natural gas utility provider. Separate metering is required when an account serves both exempt and nonexempt uses.

πŸ”— Learn more and find information on applying:
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/notice-new-utility-tax-exemptions/

πŸ’» My Alabama Taxes has a new look!Same service. A better experience! We've made updates to help make managing your Alaba...
09/18/2026

πŸ’» My Alabama Taxes has a new look!

Same service. A better experience! We've made updates to help make managing your Alabama tax accounts easier than ever.

✨ A fresh appearance

πŸ”’ Enhanced account security

πŸ–±οΈ Easier navigation

πŸ“± A more accessible design

Whether you're filing a return, making a payment, or managing your account, explore the updated My Alabama Taxes today!

πŸ”— https://myalabamataxes.alabama.gov/tap/_/

πŸ†A proud moment for ALDOR!Heather Lowe, director of Tax Policy and Governmental Affairs Division, accepted the Outstandi...
09/14/2026

πŸ†A proud moment for ALDOR!

Heather Lowe, director of Tax Policy and Governmental Affairs Division, accepted the Outstanding Contribution to County Revenue Officers Award from CROAA for the Department of Revenue.

This recognition highlights the importance of the strong partnership between ALDOR and local revenue officials across Alabama. We’re proud of ALDOR’s work to strengthen those relationships and support Alabama’s revenue community. πŸ‘πŸΌ

🏨 Renting it out? You may need a State Lodgings Tax Account!If you rent lodging or accommodations in Alabama, you may be...
09/11/2026

🏨 Renting it out? You may need a State Lodgings Tax Account!

If you rent lodging or accommodations in Alabama, you may be required to collect and remit lodgings tax. This may include:

🏨 Hotels, motels, and inns
🏑 Cabins
πŸ•οΈ Tourist camps
🚐 Certain RV or camping spaces

πŸ“ State lodgings tax rates vary by county, and additional county or municipal lodgings taxes may also apply.

πŸ’» Ready to register? Visit https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/notice-registering-for-a-new-state-lodgings-tax-account/
to learn more about requirements and registration through My Alabama Taxes.

🚨 REMINDER: The My Alabama Taxes upgrade begins today!My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon today, Frid...
09/04/2026

🚨 REMINDER: The My Alabama Taxes upgrade begins today!
My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon today, Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8, while we complete scheduled system upgrades.
During the upgrade, some customer call service will be limited as systems are offline. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve your experience with ALDOR.

πŸ’‘ Plan ahead: Take care of what you need before the upgrade begins.
Visit revenue.alabama.gov for more information.

My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8, while we compl...
09/01/2026

My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8, while we complete an important system upgrade.
πŸ’» Plan ahead and take care of any necessary My Alabama Taxes business before the scheduled downtime.
Learn more at revenue.alabama.gov.

πŸš— Drive change. Support a cause that matters to you!Alabama’s pre-commitment license plate program gives you the opportu...
08/27/2026

πŸš— Drive change. Support a cause that matters to you!

Alabama’s pre-commitment license plate program gives you the opportunity to support proposed distinctive license plates and help them move closer to production.

Through MyDMV, you can:
β€’ Explore pre-commitment plate options
β€’ Reserve a pre-commitment plate
β€’ Check a plate’s pre-commitment progress

Find a plate that represents something important to you and help make a difference. πŸ’š

πŸ”— To support a license plate that is currently eligible for pre-commitment orders, visit:
https://mydmv.revenue.alabama.gov/TAP/_/

πŸ”— Explore license plate information and MyDMV services:
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/division/motor-vehicle/

πŸ’» My Alabama Taxes is getting an upgrade!A refreshed My Alabama Taxes experience is coming September 8 with updates desi...
08/18/2026

πŸ’» My Alabama Taxes is getting an upgrade!

A refreshed My Alabama Taxes experience is coming September 8 with updates designed to make managing your Alabama tax accounts easier, more secure, and more accessible.

πŸ“… Plan ahead: My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon on Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8.

Learn more at revenue.alabama.gov.

πŸš› Commercial license plate update!Beginning October 1, 2026, existing commercial registrants will receive a new five-yea...
08/11/2026

πŸš› Commercial license plate update!

Beginning October 1, 2026, existing commercial registrants will receive a new five-year metal license plate at renewal if their current plate has been in use for five years. During renewal periods when a new metal plate is not issued, registrants will receive a validation decal instead.

Current designs will remain in use for the affected commercial plate categories.

Learn more: https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/memo-reissuance-commercial-license-plate-designs-retained-mvd-memo-2026-005/

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