2023 Tax Legislation

The Vermont Department of Taxes has published the 2023 Highlights of Tax Legislation. This year's legislation includes but is not limited to:

The new Child Care Contribution beginning July 2024
Expanded access to Vermont's refundable tax credits
Outdoor cannabis growers treated as farmers for sales tax exemption, Current Use
New Local Option Taxes

Read the Legislative Highlights

Flood Recovery Resources

The Tax Department building at 133 State Street is closed to the public due to severe flooding in Montpelier. If you need to reach us during this time, please contact us via email using the appropriate email address from the Department directory or schedule a virtual or telephone appointment. Due to severe flooding around the State, there will be delays in mail and faxed correspondence.

We encourage you to visit our Flood Recovery Resources for tax updates from the State of Vermont and the IRS, as well as other timely information. The page will be updated as necessary to keep you informed, so please check back periodically.

Property Tax Credit Letters Delayed

Our annual Property Tax Credit letters to Vermont homeowners were temporarily delayed due to the severe July flooding, but mailing of these letters has now resumed. The delay in these letters will not affect either eligibility or the amount of the credit.

Beware of Disaster Related Scams

Scammers often use natural disasters to take advantage of community generosity and people's heightened need. The Vermont Attorney General has a list of common disaster-related scams on their Flood Resources webpage.

If you are contacted by a scammer, hang up the phone or delete the email. You may report the call or interaction at the Vermont Attorney General's Consumer Assistance Program.

Compliance Tip: 1099 Income

You must report all 1099 income when you file income tax, even if you did not receive a Form 1099 from a payer. Visit the Compliance Corner Tips and News to learn more.

FY2024 Education

Property Tax Rates

See the updated town tax rate tables and resources for the current, 2023-2024, property tax year (FY2024).

View the Education Property Tax Rates and Education Property Tax Rate Notices.

Updated Vermont Cannabis Tax Guidance

Information you should know when starting and running a cannabis business in Vermont.

Download the revised Vermont Cannabis Tax Guidance (PDF)

Four New Tax Videos

How to Respond to Correspondence
How to Find a School Property Account Number (SPAN)
How to Register a Third-party Account for Landlords
How to Register a Third-party Account for Tax Professionals

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Taxes can be complex, and we are here to help. For questions about your return, myVTax account, or any other tax related matter, please call (802) 828-2655, or toll-free in Vermont, (866) 828-2865.

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