Subpart D—Federal Unemployment Tax Act (Chapter 23, Internal Revenue Code of 1954)

§ 31.3301-1 Persons liable for tax.

26 C.F.R. Part 31 — Employment Taxes And Collection Of Income Tax At Source · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · United States

Every person who is an employer as defined in section 3306(a) (see § 31.3306(a)-1) is liable for the tax. Even if an employer is not subject to any State unemployment compensation law, he is nevertheless liable for the tax. However, if he is subject to such a State law, he may be entitled to certain credits against the tax (see §§ 31.3302(a)1 to 31.3302(c)-1, inclusive). For provisions relating to payment of the tax, see Subpart G of the regulations in this part.

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26 C.F.R. Part 31 — Employment Taxes And Collection Of Income Tax At Source

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