Every story I've read in the last few years regarding possible internet taxation always has the same implied message that says "Relax people, it's just an idea. It won't be implimented...". Funny how we are lied to right up to the fall of the ax blade.
The reason I like to buy on-line is convenience. But you have to pay shipping charges for your purchases. But you don't have to pay taxes so that makes up somewhat for the shipping charges. It comes out almost a wash. But if they slap sales taxes on top of shipping charges, then it is no longer cost effective to purchase on-line. I probably wouldn't stop on-line purchases totally, but I sure would get off my duff and head to the store rather than pay both shipping and sales taxes on-line. This will really hurt on-line business, and will cause inconvenience to those who would otherwise buy on-line. Bad idea, bad idea indeed.
Sort of like, "relax little frog, it's just a nice warm bath we're drawing for your comfort"!