Florida Department Of Revenue Suggests Removal Of Vending Machine Sticker Requirement

The Florida Department of Revenue has suggested a regulation that requires a sticker attached to all registered vending machines in the state be eliminated as it causes confusion for consumers and has not increased tax compliance, which was the original intention, according to Florida Politics.  

The sticker text explains that the sticker is required on all registered vending machines. If consumers see a vending machine without such a sticker, they are asked to call a toll-free phone number. Consumers are instructed not to call the number for refunds or to report machine malfunctions, but that is exactly what the majority of them do. The fine for not having a sticker that explains that the sticker is required is $250.  

The recommendation to eliminate the need for a sticker will go before Gov. Rick Scott and the Florida Cabinet at their next meeting.