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Supreme Court ruling says states can now tax online purchases

Shopping online is something that we all do, but before checking out, make sure you take a look at your subtotal for extra charges.

If you shop online, it could start costing you more.

The Supreme Court says states can now tax online sales. The 5-4 ruling is a win for states who say are missing out on billions of dollars a year from online sales tax.

Searching for the best deals online is Emmy Thornsberry's favorite thing to do. She says the new online sales tax won't stop her.

"Sales tax doesn't make that big of a difference. I can literally compare any prices that I want to on a hundred different websites just like that, no problems. I don't have to drive," said Thornsberry.

Currently, online retailers that have a physical location in Georgia have to collect sales tax when Georgia shoppers use their websites.

This week's ruling worries some small retailers that having the extra sales tax charge could drive away customers.

Macon online business owner Julie Evans says she wants to see the money stay locally. "It is important to keep money in Macon."

She says prices may go up on her website, but it's important states see tax dollars for online purchases.

"I understand that the customer is going to have to pay more. However, I've never thought it was fair to the states and to the counties," said Evans.

The Supreme Court called this a simple and fair solution to create fair tax rules for states.

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