On Memorial Day, we’re supposed to honor our fallen soldiers. But some military families aren’t feeling very appreciated this year: Congress still hasn’t fixed the
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Taxpayer First Act Of 2019 Aims To Improve Experiences For Taxpayers And Modernize The IRS
U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chair Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) have introduced legislation aimed at improving experiences for taxpayers. The bill, referred to as
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A History Of The Poll Tax In America
As voters head to the polls to cast ballots in local, state and federal elections, questions linger. It’s been an ugly political season. Allegations of
Read MoreCongress Advances Tax Reform 2.0
This week, House Republicans introduced legislation, referred to as Tax Reform 2.0, that would expand the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA).
Read MoreTrump Administration Considers Indexing Capital Gains
Think we’re finished with tax breaks in 2018? Not so fast. Hot on the heels of tax cuts from the Tax Jobs and Cuts Act (TJCA),
Read MoreHouse Committee Introduces Tax Reform 2.0
Think that we’re done with tax reform? The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was passed in December of 2017, with many of the provisions
Read MoreCongress Could Make Gym Memberships Tax-Deductible
Headed to the gym this summer? You may soon be able to claim a tax benefit for the trip. The House Ways and Means Committee has advanced a bill which would grant taxpayers a break on gym memberships and fitness classes.
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Brett Kavanaugh Penned Healthcare Dissent Focused On Tax
Supreme Court justices typically don’t cut their teeth on tax cases and nominee Brett Kavanaugh is no exception. There is one tax-related case, though, in his career that stands out. Here’s more.
Read MoreGuilty Verdict In Tax Case Tied To Former Congressman
An investigation into a tax and fraud scheme involving the School District of Philadelphia previously resulted in guilty verdicts for Chaka “Chip” Fattah, Jr. and his father, former Congressman Chaka Fattah. Today, a jury added another guilty verdict to the mix.
Read MoreNew Proposal Would Boost Charitable Mileage Rate
This week, Rep. Nolan (D-MN) introduced a post-tax reform bill to equalize the charitable and business mileage rates. Here’s what you need to know.
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