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New York HUT Unloaded Weight vs Gross Weight Election Methods

Compare the unloaded weight method and gross weight method for calculating New York Highway Use Tax (HUT) Form MT-903 quarterly returns.

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Choosing the Right NY HUT Tax Calculation Method

Carriers filing New York Form MT-903 must elect either the Gross Weight Method or the Unloaded Weight Method on their first return of the calendar year and maintain that election throughout the year.

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