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Hochul claims she’s against tax hikes for wealthy, businesses after pushing through new NYC fee for luxury 2nd homes
Gov. Kathy Hochul boasted that she’s against the “tax the rich” crusade that’s a rallying cry for Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his socialist cronies — even though she push… Read More.
Billions in taxpayer income are leaving two iconic states — as a new economic map emerges
All 10 counties with the largest net taxpayer losses are in California and New York, as Sun Belt migration accelerates amid high tax concerns. Read More.
The Chairman’s Report July 16th, 2026
The following article is reprinted with permission from Professor John Cochrane. He is one of the most prominent American economists working today in financial economics and macroeconomics. Read More.
Some Americans are getting a COVID tax refund — here’s who is eligible and how much they’ll get
The refunds stem from IRS penalties and interest that some taxpayers paid during the COVID-19 emergency after deadlines were postponed. Read More.
Newsom predicts $6.6B boost from Hollywood tax credits
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced that the first year of the state’s expanded Film and Television Tax Credit program is on pace to deliver a record $6.6 billion in economic impact. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner July 13th, 2026
MISSOURI MOVES TO DITCH ITS STATE INCOME TAX
In November, Missouri voters will decide whether to amend the state’s Constitution to phase out the state’s individual income tax and permit the extension of the state and local sales taxes to offset any lost revenue from the phase out. Read More.
Teachers who celebrated Charlie Kirk's assassination now cash in with taxpayer-funded settlements
Public universities paid over $2.7 million to educators disciplined for controversial social media posts about conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination. Read More.
Market expert predicts future ROBOT TAX to combat replaced human workers
Dan Geltrude and Tiana Lowe Doescher discuss a McKinsey report predicting 30% of work hours will be automated by 2030. They debate the impact on workers and the potential for a "robot tax." Maria Bartiromo moderates.
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The Chairman’s Report July 9th, 2026
In May 2026, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos made a splashy proposal: the bottom half of American earners should pay zero federal income tax. Read More.
Already among highest in nation, California gas price goes up again with another state tax hike
The state’s gas tax goes up every year on July 1 under a 2017 law in order to pay for roads, highways and public transportation. Read More.
Rep. Miller-Meeks shares a first hand account of tax relief crossing party lines
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks recounts a constituent stating, "I'm a Democrat, so I'm never going to vote for you, but I did want to thank you."
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The Grassroots Corner July 6th, 2026
HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY, AMERICA!
So, now our country is two and a half centuries old. Read More.
The Chairman’s Report July 2nd, 2026
In this 250th year celebration of our independence, we at FAIRtax wish you a HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY. Read More.
New Virginia Laws Effective This Summer: What You Need to Know
Discover key new laws in Virginia, including a gas tax hike starting July 1. Stay informed on important changes this summer. Read More.
One-Third of All Dollars Earned Goes to Taxes. Why?
It's galling to hand over a third of everything you earned last year as taxes, which you know will be used for waste, fraud, and abuse. Read More.
