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SB 2568

Taxes, Sales - As introduced, applies the sales and use tax to advertising services purchased by or on behalf of a business entity that generates annual revenue in amount equal to or greater than $100 million. - Amends TCA Title 67.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Ferrell Haile

Tennessee bill taxes advertising services purchased by businesses earning $100M+ annually to generate state revenue, targeting large corporations' operating expenses.

Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate FW&M Revenue Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · SB 2568

Legislative bill overview

SB 2568 would impose Tennessee's sales and use tax on advertising services purchased by large businesses—specifically those generating $100 million or more in annual revenue. Currently, advertising services are generally exempt from sales tax in Tennessee. This targets a specific revenue stream from high-grossing corporations.

Why is this important

This represents a potential $X million annual revenue increase for Tennessee's state budget (exact amount dependent on advertising spending by large corporations). It also raises questions about tax fairness: whether advertising should be treated like other business services, and whether large corporations should face different tax treatment than smaller ones. The outcome affects both state finances and business operating costs for major companies.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope: What counts as "advertising services"? Does this include in-house agency work, digital marketing platforms, social media promotions, or only traditional ad purchases? Ambiguity could create compliance issues.
  • Competitive disadvantage: Large businesses ($100M+) would face higher advertising costs than smaller competitors, potentially creating unequal market conditions. Businesses near the $100M threshold might be incentivized to stay smaller.
  • Economic impact: Major corporations (retailers, tech companies, manufacturers) may relocate operations or reduce Tennessee advertising spending, offsetting tax gains with job or economic activity losses.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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