California Department of Tax and Fee Administration

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) is a government agency headquartered in Sacramento, California. With a team of 343 employees, the CDTFA plays a vital role in California's fiscal health, generating over $1 billion in annual revenue. The CDTFA is responsible for administering a wide range of taxes and fees, including sales and use taxes, fuel taxes, tobacco taxes, alcohol taxes, cannabis taxes, and various other taxes that support specific state programs. These taxes fund essential California services such as public safety, transportation, health, education, social services, and natural resource management. Dedicated to providing excellent taxpayer service, the CDTFA operates offices throughout California as well as in New York, Chicago, and Houston. This extensive network allows the agency to reach and assist taxpayers across the state and beyond. For further information or assistance, please visit the CDTFA's website at cdtfa.ca.gov.