How a Longer Budget Window Helps and Doesn’t
Some federal lawmakers want a longer budget window to keep temporary tax cuts in place longer. However, temporary tax cuts would still have drawbacks and won't provide the benefits of permanent tax reform. Read More
Unpacking the State and Local Tax Toolkit: Sources of State and Local Tax Collections
There are a number of sources of state and local tax collections each with important implications for revenue stability and economic growth. Which taxes does your state and/or locality rely on most? Read More
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