Verizon loses tax claim for $22,000,000 from Rhode Island – John J. “Jack” Partridge

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by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer In a matter that seems to have escaped most media attention, Verizon appealed the decision of the Rhode Island Tax Administrator to reject Verizon’s claim of a $22,000,000 tax refund. Under applicable statutes, the state collects a tangible property tax on Verizon’s tangible property throughout Rhode Island on behalf of Rhode…

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