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The Chairman’s Report February 9th, 2024
There are many reasons that the D.C. elite fight so desperately to keep the corrupt and broken federal income tax and payroll tax system in place. Some of these are:
It is a great source of campaign contributions—threaten a special interest tax break and the money flows in to the politicians.
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The Grassroots Corner February 5th, 2024
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 2/5/24: “The Americans for FAIR Taxation 2024 Candidate Pledge - Getting 'em to sign” Read More.
The Grassroots Corner March 18th, 2024
The Grassroots Corner - Week Beginning 3/18/24: “Dale Dalton meets with Congressman LaHood” Read More.
House passes $78 billion tax bill expanding child tax credit and boosting US manufacturing
The House of Representatives has passed a major bipartisan tax deal with new breaks for businesses as well as an expansion of the child tax credit. Read More.
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.
