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Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-10271| House 
| Updated: 9/3/2026
Craig A. Goldman

Craig A. Goldman

Republican Representative

Texas

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to streamline state income tax obligations for employees who perform their duties in more than one state. Its primary purpose is to limit the circumstances under which a non-resident state can tax an individual's wages or remuneration, thereby simplifying compliance for mobile workforces. Under the bill's provisions, an employee's income will only be subject to taxation in their state of residence or in a non-resident state where they are physically present and performing employment duties for more than 30 days during a calendar year. This threshold prevents states from taxing individuals who spend only a brief period working within their borders. Correspondingly, state income tax withholding and reporting requirements are tied directly to this 30-day taxation rule, ensuring employers only withhold taxes for states where the employee is genuinely liable. The bill includes important operating rules for employers to ensure compliance. Employers may generally rely on an employee's annual determination of time expected to be spent in various states, unless there is actual knowledge of fraud or collusion. However, if an employer maintains a daily time and attendance system that tracks an employee's work location, the data from that system must be used instead of the employee's declaration. Notably, certain categories of workers, such as professional athletes, entertainers, qualified production employees, and public figures, are explicitly excluded from these new provisions. This Act is designed to take effect on January 1 of the second calendar year following its enactment. It will not apply to any tax obligations that accrued before this effective date, ensuring a clear transition. The overall goal is to reduce the complexity and burden associated with multi-state income tax compliance for both employees and their employers.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4796
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2019

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5674
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2020

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-429
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-1393
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2017
Apr 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1443
Introduced in Senate
Sep 3, 2026
Introduced in House
Sep 3, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4796
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2019


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5674
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2020


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-429
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-1393
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2017


  • April 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1443
    Introduced in Senate


  • September 3, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • September 3, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2026

USA119th CongressHR-10271| House 
| Updated: 9/3/2026
This legislation aims to streamline state income tax obligations for employees who perform their duties in more than one state. Its primary purpose is to limit the circumstances under which a non-resident state can tax an individual's wages or remuneration, thereby simplifying compliance for mobile workforces. Under the bill's provisions, an employee's income will only be subject to taxation in their state of residence or in a non-resident state where they are physically present and performing employment duties for more than 30 days during a calendar year. This threshold prevents states from taxing individuals who spend only a brief period working within their borders. Correspondingly, state income tax withholding and reporting requirements are tied directly to this 30-day taxation rule, ensuring employers only withhold taxes for states where the employee is genuinely liable. The bill includes important operating rules for employers to ensure compliance. Employers may generally rely on an employee's annual determination of time expected to be spent in various states, unless there is actual knowledge of fraud or collusion. However, if an employer maintains a daily time and attendance system that tracks an employee's work location, the data from that system must be used instead of the employee's declaration. Notably, certain categories of workers, such as professional athletes, entertainers, qualified production employees, and public figures, are explicitly excluded from these new provisions. This Act is designed to take effect on January 1 of the second calendar year following its enactment. It will not apply to any tax obligations that accrued before this effective date, ensuring a clear transition. The overall goal is to reduce the complexity and burden associated with multi-state income tax compliance for both employees and their employers.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-4796
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2019

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5674
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2020

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-429
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2021

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 115-1393
Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2017
Apr 10, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1443
Introduced in Senate
Sep 3, 2026
Introduced in House
Sep 3, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-4796
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2019


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5674
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2020


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-429
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2021


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 115-1393
    Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2017


  • April 10, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1443
    Introduced in Senate


  • September 3, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • September 3, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Craig A. Goldman

Craig A. Goldman

Republican Representative

Texas

Judiciary Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted