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Nov 06 2023
News
Ex-MN Doctor Sentenced To Prison In 18-Year Tax-Evasion Scheme
MINNEAPOLIS — A former medical doctor from Minnesota was sentenced to four months in federal prison following an "extensive tax-evasion scheme," U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger announced on Friday. David Meyer, 62, of Roseau, Minnesota pleaded guilty on June 29, 2022, to one count of tax evasion. At the completion of his prison sentence, U.S. District Court Judge Donovan W. Frank ordered that
Patch.com
Nov 02 2023
News
Alabama $150 tax rebate on the way: Who qualifies and when it will arrive
One-time tax rebates will be sent to approximately 1.9 million taxpayers. The amount of each rebate is based on the qualified taxpayer’s status: $150 or single, head of family and married filing separately or $300 for married filing jointly. The Alabama Department of Revenue will start issuing rebates beginning Dec. 1. “Our country is in the midst of tough times, and Alabama families from all
AL.com
Nov 08 2023
News
Texas voters approve Prop 4, bringing property tax cuts to Panhandle homeowners
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Texas voters passed 13 of the 14 proposed amendments, including proposition four. Proposition four, an $18 billion property tax cut package, was approved by over 80 percent of voters. Governor Greg Abbott says it’s the largest tax cut in state history. “Today is a great day for Texas homeowners, we literally were able to vote ourselves a pay raise,” said Cindi Bulla,
KFDA 10
Oct 18 2023
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Virginia sales tax holiday happening this weekend
Shoppers looking for school supplies or emergency preparedness items might want to hit the stores this weekend. Gov. Glenn Youngkin is urging residents to take advantage of a 3-day sales tax holiday that kicks off Friday and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday. “As Virginians continue to face inflation and high prices, Virginians will receive some needed tax relief this weekend, ” he said in a statement
Daily Press
Sep 29 2023
News
Massachusetts Legislature Passes Comprehensive Tax Relief Package
“This tax relief package strikes the critically important balance of providing permanent financial relief to residents and businesses across Massachusetts, without compromising the long-term financial security of the Commonwealth,” stated Speaker of the House Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I’m confident that this tax reform legislation will help to make Massachusetts more affordable for all
Patch.com
Nov 08 2023
News
Brandon Johnson's tax increase to fight homelessness will head to Chicago voters in March 2024
Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to help Chicago combat homelessness by raising taxes for the city's real estate transfers will go before voters on the March 2024 ballot. The Chicago City Council approved the "Bring Chicago Home" measure, 32-17, on Tuesday, which would shift the flat tax rate to a three-tiered system. Owners of properties below $1 million will actually see lower tax rates, with
Washington Examiner
Nov 05 2023
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House oversight chair promises subpoenas for Joe, Hunter Biden: 'Tax cheat'
House Oversight Chair James Comer said the Biden family will be served with "two dozen" subpoenas in the coming days related to the family's overseas business dealings. "I think you're gonna see swift action on Biden and I would predict somewhere around two dozen subpoenas in the very near future," Comer, R-Ky., told Fox News' Maria Bartiromo on "Sunday Morning Futures." Comer is leading the
Fox News (Online News)
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Oct 28 2023
News
North Dakota Senate says 'no' to income tax breaks
(The Center Square) - The North Dakota Senate defeated a bill to implement income tax breaks in the 2024 tax year. House Bill 1549 would have increased the income threshold for the zero percent tax bracket from $44,725 to $60,000 for single filers and from $74,570 to $100,000 for married filing jointly. That would increase the number of North Dakotans not paying income tax from 60% to 72%, Tax
Washington Examiner
Nov 07 2023
News
Sales tax increase passes in St. Paul, some council members still undecided
St. Paul residents have cast their votes on a 1% sales tax referendum and a fast-changing City Council. Residents voted to implement a 1% sales tax in the city over the next 20 years to pay for roads and parks. The increase passed with 60.19% of votes, with all precincts counted. The tax increase will go into effect in April. Officials said St. Paul would collect nearly $1 billion in revenue
KSTP