Taxes Are on the Ballot in 2026. Here’s What Voters Need to Know.
From billionaire wealth taxes to property tax relief, voters in 17 states face tax-related ballot measures in November 2026. Here’s what you need to know.
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Sin Tax Scandal? the Hidden Underbelly of These Buzzy Excise Taxes
We all think we understand sin taxes, but do we really? Sin taxes are typically excise taxes that target behaviors that we want to discourage. Common examples include taxes on booze, sugar, and cigarettes. Do we legalize certain activities and substances just so we can tax them? What’s the intention behind sin taxes, and are…
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Which State Has The Highest Property Taxes In America?
Think your property tax rates are high? It’s all relative. The Tax Foundation has compiled a list of property tax rates by state – with a twist. It’s not always easy to rank property tax rates because states tax real property using a variety of methods. In my home state of Pennsylvania, for example, the formula to calculate…
