Business Owners Given A Break By The State

It's only been in operation for the last month but the State Department of Revenue's tax amnesty program for businesses has already collected 2.3 million dollars in back taxes. Spokesman Mike Gowrylow says qualifying businesses with overdue taxes can apply to pay them without the penalties and interest through April 30th. The amnesty program was authorized by the Legislature during its special session last December at the request of Governor Chris Gregoire. To take advantage of the amnesty program, businesses must submit an application by April 18, and taxes due must be paid in full by April 30, 2011. You can find complete program details and the program application at paymytax.org.