Uniformity Committee Charter adopted November 7, 2018 Former Uniformity Committee Charter
I. Statement of Purpose and Desired Results The Multistate Tax Commission works to promote uniformity or compatibility in state tax systems consistent with its goals of facilitating the proper determination of tax liability for multistate taxpayers, fostering taxpayer convenience and compliance, and avoiding duplicative taxation. (See the Multistate Tax Compact, Art. I.) Commission’s Uniformity Committee serves to help the Commission accomplish these goals by:
II. General Description of Committee Activities The committee’s work in developing uniformity proposals focuses on:
III. Uniformity Committee Meeting Procedures The Uniformity Committee is subject to all of the Commission’s procedural rules and applicable bylaws. Uniformity Committee meetings are open to the public unless otherwise specified. Generally – The Chair runs the meeting, following the agenda. Anyone wishing to speak should ask to be recognized by the Chair. Questions are welcome at any time and participation is encouraged. The agenda also provides signals for each topic as to the type of participation anticipated (discussion, advice, voting, etc.). Members of the public are invited to provide comments as well.