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πŸ†A proud moment for ALDOR!Heather Lowe, director of Tax Policy and Governmental Affairs Division, accepted the Outstandi...
09/14/2026

πŸ†A proud moment for ALDOR!

Heather Lowe, director of Tax Policy and Governmental Affairs Division, accepted the Outstanding Contribution to County Revenue Officers Award from CROAA for the Department of Revenue.

This recognition highlights the importance of the strong partnership between ALDOR and local revenue officials across Alabama. We’re proud of ALDOR’s work to strengthen those relationships and support Alabama’s revenue community. πŸ‘πŸΌ

🏨 Renting it out? You may need a State Lodgings Tax Account!If you rent lodging or accommodations in Alabama, you may be...
09/11/2026

🏨 Renting it out? You may need a State Lodgings Tax Account!

If you rent lodging or accommodations in Alabama, you may be required to collect and remit lodgings tax. This may include:

🏨 Hotels, motels, and inns
🏑 Cabins
πŸ•οΈ Tourist camps
🚐 Certain RV or camping spaces

πŸ“ State lodgings tax rates vary by county, and additional county or municipal lodgings taxes may also apply.

πŸ’» Ready to register? Visit https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/notice-registering-for-a-new-state-lodgings-tax-account/
to learn more about requirements and registration through My Alabama Taxes.

🚨 REMINDER: The My Alabama Taxes upgrade begins today!My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon today, Frid...
09/04/2026

🚨 REMINDER: The My Alabama Taxes upgrade begins today!
My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon today, Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8, while we complete scheduled system upgrades.
During the upgrade, some customer call service will be limited as systems are offline. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve your experience with ALDOR.

πŸ’‘ Plan ahead: Take care of what you need before the upgrade begins.
Visit revenue.alabama.gov for more information.

My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8, while we compl...
09/01/2026

My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8, while we complete an important system upgrade.
πŸ’» Plan ahead and take care of any necessary My Alabama Taxes business before the scheduled downtime.
Learn more at revenue.alabama.gov.

πŸš— Drive change. Support a cause that matters to you!Alabama’s pre-commitment license plate program gives you the opportu...
08/27/2026

πŸš— Drive change. Support a cause that matters to you!

Alabama’s pre-commitment license plate program gives you the opportunity to support proposed distinctive license plates and help them move closer to production.

Through MyDMV, you can:
β€’ Explore pre-commitment plate options
β€’ Reserve a pre-commitment plate
β€’ Check a plate’s pre-commitment progress

Find a plate that represents something important to you and help make a difference. πŸ’š

πŸ”— To support a license plate that is currently eligible for pre-commitment orders, visit:
https://mydmv.revenue.alabama.gov/TAP/_/

πŸ”— Explore license plate information and MyDMV services:
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/division/motor-vehicle/

πŸ’» My Alabama Taxes is getting an upgrade!A refreshed My Alabama Taxes experience is coming September 8 with updates desi...
08/18/2026

πŸ’» My Alabama Taxes is getting an upgrade!

A refreshed My Alabama Taxes experience is coming September 8 with updates designed to make managing your Alabama tax accounts easier, more secure, and more accessible.

πŸ“… Plan ahead: My Alabama Taxes will be unavailable beginning at noon on Friday, September 4, through Tuesday, September 8.

Learn more at revenue.alabama.gov.

πŸš› Commercial license plate update!Beginning October 1, 2026, existing commercial registrants will receive a new five-yea...
08/11/2026

πŸš› Commercial license plate update!

Beginning October 1, 2026, existing commercial registrants will receive a new five-year metal license plate at renewal if their current plate has been in use for five years. During renewal periods when a new metal plate is not issued, registrants will receive a validation decal instead.

Current designs will remain in use for the affected commercial plate categories.

Learn more: https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/memo-reissuance-commercial-license-plate-designs-retained-mvd-memo-2026-005/

Thinking about starting a business in Alabama? πŸ’ΌBefore you open your doors, make sure you're set up for success. The Ala...
07/27/2026

Thinking about starting a business in Alabama? πŸ’Ό

Before you open your doors, make sure you're set up for success. The Alabama Department of Revenue's Business page can help you:

βœ” Register your business
βœ” Learn which taxes may apply
βœ” Access helpful resources

Get started today: https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/businesses/

πŸš— Make your tag as unique as you are!Did you know you can search for and reserve a personalized Alabama license plate me...
07/24/2026

πŸš— Make your tag as unique as you are!

Did you know you can search for and reserve a personalized Alabama license plate message online before visiting your local licensing office?

βœ”οΈ Check if your preferred message is available
βœ”οΈ Reserve it online
βœ”οΈ Then complete your registration with your county licensing official

Start here:
https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/motor-vehicle/license-plate-and-registration-information/

πŸŽ’πŸ“š Get ready to save during Alabama's 2026 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday!From 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 17, through ...
07/06/2026

πŸŽ’πŸ“š Get ready to save during Alabama's 2026 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday!

From 12:01 a.m. on Friday, July 17, through midnight on Sunday, July 19, shoppers can save on qualifying school supplies, clothing, books, and computers during Alabama's annual sales tax holiday. Local sales tax may still apply in some areas.

Before you shop, review the list of eligible items and important details:
πŸ“„ Fact Sheet:https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Back-to-School-Sales-Tax-Holiday-Fact-Sheet.pdf

Learn more about Alabama's Sales Tax Holidays:
🌐 https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/sales-use/sales-tax-holidays/

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