Congressman Adam Smith speaks at Rotary this week

Congressman Adam Smith, a long time supporter of technology and high tech jobs in our area, will be speaking in Tacoma at the Rotary 8 luncheon this Thursday, October 20th, at the Landmark Convention Center. His timely presentation will be on The Economy and the Federal Budget. If you're not a member and interested in attending, reservations are suggested. Contact the Rotary office at 253-473-7723. For more information, visit: http://www.rotary8.org/index.php

Internet Sales Tax. Yesterday the US Congress introduced a law with bipartisan support allowing all states the ability to collect sales tax from large online sellers - regardless whether they have a nexus location in the state. This will be an issue to watch. Aside from the obvious state benefit, it could reduce sales - and jobs - for Washington-based companies who sell online around the country. What are your thoughts on this issue?
http://www.internetretailer.com/2011/10/13/new-take-national-web-sales-tax