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IRS says it collected $38 million from more than 175 high-income tax delinquents
The IRS is showcasing its new capability to aggressively audit high-income tax dodgers as it makes the case for sustained funding and tries to avert budget cuts sought by Republicans who want to gut the agency. Read More.
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Tax Advisor Accused Of Helping U.S. Taxpayers Hide More Than $100 Million
Frank Butselaar, an international tax advisor, has been charged for his role in what the government claims is a tax fraud scheme involving high net worth taxpayers. Read More.
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The Grassroots Corner July 17, 2023
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 7/17/23: “Getting Together” Read More.
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The Chairman’s Report July 14, 2023
This week’s Chairman’s Report is written by Les Rubin. Les formed and is the head of Main Street Economics, Inc., a public service, nonpartisan, nonprofit 501c3 corporation. The purpose of Main Street Economics is to educate the ‘voting public’ on economics and the fiscal problems our nation faces. They send a weekly email on important topics for the folks on Main Street - short, easy to read and understand. Read More.
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The Grassroots Corner July 10, 2023
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 7/10/23: “FAIRtax in Las Vegas” Read More.
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South Carolina sets date for annual Tax Free Weekend
While it may feel like summer just began for some, the South Carolina Department of Revenue is already preparing for the return to school. Read More.
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How to avoid the net investment income tax for 2023
Higher earners may be subject to the 3.8% net investment income tax every year. Here's how to reduce your tax bill. Read More.
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Texas Lt. Gov., House speaker meet to find compromise on property tax relief
Texas Republicans remain at odds over how to handle property tax relief. Two of the top Republicans in Texas met Wednesday, hoping to iron out disagreements within the party. Read More.
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The Chairman’s Report July 7, 2023
This past Tuesday, Americans celebrated July 4th. Many likely associate the date with fireworks and meals with family and friends. However, the holiday celebrates the date when the Declaration of Independence was issued emphatically telling England that the United States was no longer subject to English law but a free and independent country. We at AFFT want to share with you an article about Thomas Jefferson and how he would regard America today. Read More.
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The Grassroots Corner July 3, 2023
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 7/03/23: “Meet Earl Visser” Read More.
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The Chairman’s Report June 30, 2023
This is the title of the press release issued on June 16, 2023 by the Committee on the Judiciary regarding a letter sent to IRS Commissioner Werfel. Read More.
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Texas governor seeks to eliminate property taxes in special session
Patrick has already been adamant against eliminating the state's property tax, saying earlier this month the governor is being reeled in to endorsing the idea. Read More.
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Supreme Court Will Hear Case Targeting Tax On Unrealized Gains
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider whether the “mandatory repatriation tax” created under the TCJA is unconstitutional under the Sixteenth Amendment. Read More.
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California considers replacing gas tax with mileage tax
California lawmakers are considering replacing the gas tax with a mileage tax in part due to fuel efficiency and the rise of electric cars. Read More.
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Paris climate summit ends without global shipping tax deal
Meeting wraps up without a deal for a tax on the greenhouse gas emissions produced from international shipping. Read More.

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