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Tennessee Dem introduces bill for 'Thoughts and Prayers Tax' on firearm sales
Democratic State Rep. Bo Mitchell proposed legislation that would impose a 15% "thoughts and prayers" tax on the retail sale of firearms in Tennessee. Read More.
House eyes vote this week on child tax credit bill, which faces some speed bumps
An unusual alliance of Republicans and some Democrats opposes the bill in the House. And if it passes, the tax package's future is uncertain in the Senate. Read More.
What to know about Vermont's wealth tax
In a yellow-walled conference room at the Vermont statehouse this week, one attendee ate ice cream and another bounced a toddler on her lap -- but all were focused on a bill that would tax personal wealth for the first time in U.S. history. Read More.
Ex-IRS contractor who leaked Trump’s tax returns set to be sentenced
A former IRS contractor who leaked a slew of confidential tax records filed by the wealthiest Americans, including those of President Donald Trump, is scheduled to be sentenced Monday by a federal judge in Washington. Read More.
Kansas governor vetoes tax cuts she says would favor 'super wealthy'
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly has fulfilled her pledge to veto a broad package of tax cuts approved by the Republican-led Legislature. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner January 29th, 2024
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 1/29/24: “Changing how the Public thinks about Government” Read More.
House panel advances $78 billion tax-break bill in strong bipartisan vote
U.S. lawmakers on Friday advanced a bill to enhance tax breaks for businesses and low-income families in a strong show of bipartisan support for the largely revenue-neutral measure, despite their deep divisions over federal spending levels. Read More.
Ballot proposal seeking to eliminate Michigan's property tax advances
The Michigan Board of State Canvassers has approved the summary for a ballot proposal that would enact sweeping changes to Michigan’s tax structure, including the elimination of the state property tax. Read More.
Hearing complaints over property taxes, some Georgia lawmakers look to limit rising values
Some Georgia lawmakers are looking for ways to provide relief from property taxes. The proposals are coming as increases in home values have caused taxes to rise. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner January 22nd, 2024
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 1/22/24: “Saying it in twenty seconds” Read More.
Here's how a government shutdown could affect the IRS this tax season
A government shutdown could disrupt the upcoming tax season, according to IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel. Here's what filers need to know. Read More.
Here’s what’s in the bipartisan tax deal
The top tax writers in the House and Senate announced a $78-billion bipartisan deal Tuesday, as they race to enact provisions into law before tax season gets underway at the end of January.
Here’s what made it in the deal. Read More.
Kansas GOP lawmakers, Democratic governor clash over income tax cuts
Top Republican legislators in Kansas are facing off against the Democratic governor over income tax cuts that have faced bipartisan criticism for favoring the wealthy. Read More.
