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INTERNATIONAL FUEL TAX ASSOCIATION
Mesa, AZ · EIN 860640757 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.iftach.org
revenue
$1.1M
expenses
$1.3M
net assets
$2.8M
employees
7
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

MANAGE THE FUEL TAX AGREEMENT WITH VARIOUS TAXING JURISDICTIONS IN THE US AND CANADA

profile · synthesized from sources

The International Fuel Tax Association (IFTA) is a nonprofit organization that facilitates the administration of fuel taxes among its member jurisdictions across North America. It serves state and provincial governments by providing a framework for the equitable collection and distribution of fuel taxes, ensuring compliance and efficiency in tax administration.

named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Ballot Proposal Process
Facilitates the submission and voting on proposals to amend IFTA regulations and procedures.
IFTA Compliance Program
Provides guidelines and resources for member jurisdictions to ensure compliance with fuel tax regulations.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Grant Reporting Simplification & Compliance Support 14 activities
    • Administration and Coordination of the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA)
      Manages and administers the International Fuel Tax Agreement, providing ongoing coordination and support to member jurisdictions and partners for its effective administration.
    • Administration and Coordination of the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA)
      Manages and administers the International Fuel Tax Agreement, providing ongoing coordination and support to member jurisdictions and partners for its effective administration.
    • Advocacy for Audit Requirement Reduction
      Proposes to reduce the annual audit requirement from 3% to 2% to improve efficiency in audit resource utilization for member jurisdictions.
    • Advocacy for Audit Requirement Reduction
      Proposes to reduce the annual audit requirement from 3% to 2% to improve efficiency in the use of audit resources for IFTA member jurisdictions.
    • Advocacy for IFTA Program Efficiency
      Proposes amendments to IFTA manuals to support auditing of all fuel types and advocates for changes such as reducing the annual audit requirement to improve efficiency in audit resource use.
    • Advocacy for IFTA Program Efficiency
      Proposes amendments to IFTA manuals to support auditing and taxation of all fuel types and advocates for changes such as reducing the annual audit requirement to improve efficiency in audit resource use.
    • Calculation and Publication of IFTA Interest Rates
      Calculates and sets annual interest rates for IFTA member jurisdictions based on the IRS underpayment rate and for Canadian jurisdictions based on the 1-year Canadian Federal Treasury Bill rate, with annual adjustments.
    • Calculation and Publication of IFTA Interest Rates
      Calculates and sets annual interest rates for IFTA member jurisdictions based on the IRS underpayment rate, and for Canadian jurisdictions based on the 1-year Canadian Federal Treasury Bill rate, with annual adjustments.
    • Calculation and Publication of IFTA Interest Rates
      Calculates and sets annual interest rates for IFTA member jurisdictions based on the IRS underpayment rate, and for Canadian jurisdictions based on the 1-year Canadian Federal Treasury Bill rate, with annual adjustments.
    • Information Dissemination and Updates
      Provides access to current and historical fuel tax rates for each jurisdiction, publishes exemption information, and maintains a "Latest Updates" page with information on changes to tax rates, laws, regulations, and other announcements affecting the IFTA community.
    • Information Dissemination and Updates
      Provides access to current and historical fuel tax rates for each jurisdiction, publishes exemption information, and maintains a "Latest Updates" page with information on changes to tax rates, laws, regulations, and other announcements affecting the IFTA community.
    • Monitoring and Reporting of Fuel Tax Rate Changes
      Monitors and reports quarterly changes in fuel tax rates across jurisdictions, providing access to current and historical tax rates and exemption information.
    • Publication and Maintenance of IFTA Manuals and Articles
      Publishes and maintains the International Fuel Tax Agreement Articles of Agreement, Audit Manual, and Procedures Manual, including commentaries on amendments and updates to support auditing and taxation across jurisdictions.
    • Publication and Maintenance of IFTA Manuals and Articles
      Publishes and maintains the International Fuel Tax Agreement Articles of Agreement, Audit Manual, and Procedures Manual, including commentaries on amendments and updates to support auditing and taxation across jurisdictions.
  • Professional Association Conferences & Events 4 activities
    • Conferences and Workshops
      Hosts annual meetings, including the IFTA/IRP Audit Workshop, IFTA Attorneys' Section Meeting, Annual IFTA Business Meeting, IFTA Managers' Workshop/Law Enforcement Seminar, and the IFTA Educational Forum.
    • Hosting Annual Meetings and Educational Forums
      Hosts annual meetings, including the IFTA/IRP Audit Workshop, IFTA Attorneys' Section Meeting, Annual IFTA Business Meeting, IFTA Managers' Workshop/Law Enforcement Seminar, and the IFTA Educational Forum.
    • Hosting Meetings and Educational Events
      Hosts annual meetings, workshops, and educational forums, including the IFTA/IRP Audit Workshop, IFTA Attorneys' Section Meeting, Annual IFTA Business Meeting, IFTA Managers' Workshop/Law Enforcement Seminar, and the IFTA Educational Forum.
    • Hosting Meetings and Educational Forums
      Hosts annual meetings, workshops, and educational forums, including the IFTA/IRP Audit Workshop, IFTA Attorneys' Section Meeting, Annual IFTA Business Meeting, IFTA Managers' Workshop/Law Enforcement Seminar, and the IFTA Educational Forum.
  • Regulatory & Compliance Education Services 4 activities
    • Information Dissemination and Resource Provision
      Provides website subscribers with access to training materials, event meeting materials, a message board, and select jurisdictional communication lists, and maintains a "Latest Updates" page with information on tax rates, laws, regulations, and other announcements.
    • Website Subscription Service
      Offers an annual subscription service providing website access to training materials, event meeting materials, a message board, and select jurisdictional communication lists.
    • Website Subscription Service
      Offers an annual subscription service providing website access to training materials, event meeting materials, a message board, and select jurisdictional communication lists.
    • Website Subscription Services
      Offers an annual subscription service providing website access to training materials, event meeting materials, a message board, and select jurisdictional communication lists.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Committee Management and Guidance
      Establishes and manages various committees, including the Alternative Fuels Committee, Attorneys Advisory Committee, Audit Procedures Committee, Audit Committee, Clearinghouse Advisory Committee, Dispute Resolution Committee, Industry Advisory Committee, Law Enforcement Committee, and Program Compliance Review Committee, to provide guidance, training, and a forum for discussion on IFTA-related issues.
    • Committee Management and Support
      Establishes and supports various committees including the Alternative Fuels Committee, Attorneys Advisory Committee, Audit Procedures Committee, Audit Committee, Clearinghouse Advisory Committee, Dispute Resolution Committee, Industry Advisory Committee, Law Enforcement Committee, and Program Compliance Review Committee to address specific aspects of IFTA administration, compliance, and industry engagement.
    • Committee Management and Support
      Establishes and supports various committees including the Alternative Fuels Committee, Attorneys Advisory Committee, Audit Procedures Committee, Audit Committee, Clearinghouse Advisory Committee, Dispute Resolution Committee, Industry Advisory Committee, Law Enforcement Committee, and Program Compliance Review Committee to provide guidance, training, and facilitate discussions on IFTA-related matters.
    • Committees for IFTA Guidance and Oversight
      Establishes and supports various committees, including the Alternative Fuels Committee, Attorneys Advisory Committee, Audit Procedures Committee, Audit Committee, Clearinghouse Advisory Committee, Dispute Resolution Committee, Industry Advisory Committee, Law Enforcement Committee, and Program Compliance Review Committee, to provide guidance, training, and oversight for IFTA operations and policies.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$1.14M
Contributions & grants$986K87%
Program service revenue$154K13%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.33M
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$712K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.42M
Cash$1.67M
Investments$1.72M
Liabilities$630K
Net assets$2.79M
Liquid reserves30.6 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue -2.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 4
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
CARMEN MARTORANA CEO 40 $105K
DEORAH MEISE DIR OF COMMUNICATIONTRAINING 40 $89K
RICK LAROSE DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION 40 $80K
JOHN SZILAGYL DIRECTOR OF SUPPORT SERVICES 40 $76K
board members · 10
  • ANTOINETTE TANNOUS — PRESIDENT
  • DANNY COUILLARD — DIRECTOR
  • DARRIN GERRY — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID NICHOLSON — SECRETARY
  • JONI ST JOHN — DIRECTOR
  • JULIAN DANIELS — DIRECTOR
  • L MICHAEL ROMEO Jr — DIRECTOR
  • RICHARD WAGNER — DIRECTOR
  • RODNEY RICHARD — TREASURER
  • SCOTT BRYER — PAST PRESIDENT
relationships · 21

who they work with

  • AAMVA Partner — Engages with AAMVA during their Annual Conference.
  • Alabama Department of Revenue Partner — Collaborates on the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) compliance and administration.
  • Arizona Dept of Transportation Partner — Works with IFTA for fuel tax compliance and administration.
  • CVSA Partner — Participates in the CVSA Annual Conference.
  • California Department of Tax and Fee Administration Partner — Partners in the administration of the International Fuel Tax Agreement.
  • FAST Enterprises Partner — Champion/Supporter Level sponsor of IFTA events.
  • Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Government — Provides information on the U.S.-Mexico Cross-Border Trucking Pilot Program.
  • Georgia Department of Revenue Partner — Engages in IFTA compliance and administration efforts.
  • IRP Board of Directors Partner — Collaborates with the IRP Board of Directors for meetings and events.
  • IRS Government — Provides information on Form 2290 Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) status updates.
  • Illinois Department of Revenue Partner — Collaborates on IFTA compliance and administration.
  • Internal Revenue Service Government — Sources the underpayment rate from the IRS under Section 6621(a)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code to calculate IFTA interest rates.
  • New York State Department of Taxation and Finance Partner — Works together on the International Fuel Tax Agreement compliance.
  • ProMiles Partner — Visionary sponsor of IFTA events.
  • Solera Partner — Champion sponsor of IFTA events.
  • Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Partner — Partners in the administration of the International Fuel Tax Agreement.
  • U.S. federal government Government — Recognizes miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe) as a valid fuel consumption measurement for electricity fuel type.
  • Virginia DMV Partner — Collaborates on IFTA compliance and administration.
  • base jurisdiction Government — Directs carriers to their base jurisdiction for IFTA credentials and tax filing, clarifying operational separation.
  • i3Verticals Partner — Champion sponsor of IFTA events.
  • member jurisdictions Network — Jurisdictions that participate in the International Fuel Tax Agreement and collaborate with IFTA, Inc. on administration and compliance.