Episode 498 • • 1:36:33 - 1:41:47
498: Obey the Giant Voice System!
Marketplace Fairness Act, Internet Sales Tax
Senate Bill 336, the Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013, is introduced as a federal effort to mandate the collection of sales tax for online purchases across state lines. The hosts note that major retailers like Walmart and Target support the bill to eliminate the price advantage of online-only competitors. They mock the list of Senate sponsors, including Senators Enzi, Durbin, and Alexander.