Florida Credit Card Surcharge Law: Is It Legal Now?
Learn where Florida credit card surcharge law stands after Dana's Railroad Supply, which card rules still apply, and how to set up a compliant program.
Beyond the Swipe
Local Payment Guides
State and city guides covering the local laws, taxes and business conditions that shape how merchants accept payments where they operate.
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State Laws & Rules
Is Credit Card Surcharging Legal in California? 2025–2026 Rules
Is credit card surcharging legal in California? Learn what Civil Code 1748.1, Italian Colors and SB 478 mean for card fees and safer ways to offset costs.
California SB 478 and Restaurant Service Charges Explained
Learn what California SB 478 restaurant service charge rules require on menus, QR codes, online ordering and receipts, and how the SB 1524 exception works.
New York Credit Card Surcharge Law: How to Post Prices and Stay Compliant
Learn what the New York credit card surcharge law requires, how to post the total card price, and how dual pricing and cash discounts fit.
Local Taxes
Washington's New Sales Tax on Services: A Seattle Billing Guide
Washington sales tax on services now covers IT, web development and digital ads. Learn how Seattle firms should tax invoices, payment links and card billing.
Seattle Sales Tax for Online and Delivery Orders: Destination Rules
Learn how Washington destination-based sales tax applies to Seattle delivery and online orders, and how to set correct rates in Shopify, WooCommerce and POS.
Chicago Amusement Tax: Tickets, Streaming and What to Charge
Learn how the Chicago amusement tax applies to event tickets, resales and streaming subscriptions, and how to set up checkout to collect the right amount.
Honolulu General Excise Tax Pass-On Rate: A Checkout Guide for Merchants
Learn the Honolulu general excise tax pass-on rate, why 4.712% is the ceiling, and how to set up GET correctly on your POS systems and receipts.