Almost time for a tax-free weekend in Massachusetts | Local news
It’s the weekend when area residents can buy back-to-school supplies and other goods without paying VAT. Massachusetts again has tax-free days on Saturday and Sunday, eliminating the 6.25% state tax on most items under $2,500. The tax-free weekend traditionally takes…
AISD Board of Trustees considers tax increase for Austin voters
AUSTIN, Texas — As students prepare to return to school, the Austin ISD Board of Directors had a packed agenda Thursday, including an update on a potential tax increase to address the district’s $119 million deficit. In addition to back-to-school…
NGO predicts that “Cruisezillas” will demand ticket tax to finance green fuels
Activist non-governmental organization Transport & Environment (T&E) is calling for a tax on the cruise industry to fund the transition to zero-carbon fuels and ensure the industry plays its part in ongoing efforts. The group points to the rapid growth…
Winnebago County nonprofits await fate of ’empowering’ mental health sales tax
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – In Winnebago County, voters may find a familiar question on their November ballot: a half-cent sales tax for “mental health purposes.” The referendum was first held in 2020, when more than 62% of respondents approved funding…
Pillen praises and calls on senators to work on solving property tax crisis during special session
LINCOLN, Nebraska (KOLN) – Governor Jim Pillen issued a statement Thursday morning praising senators for their hard work during the special session to resolve the property tax crisis and urging others to find a solution. Pillen said he appreciates the…
Pillen praises and calls on senators to work on solving property tax crisis during special session
LINCOLN, Nebraska (KOLN) – Governor Jim Pillen issued a statement Thursday morning praising senators for their hard work during the special session to resolve the property tax crisis and urging others to find a solution. Pillen said he appreciates the…
Tax holiday in New Jersey? Not this year; state ends back-to-school shopping plan
Governor Murphy announces tax holiday for back-to-school season New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and the state’s Democratic politicians announce a back-to-school tax holiday. Thomas P. Costello, NorthJersey.com Wondering what New Jersey’s tax holiday looks like? If you were hoping for…
Governor Laura Kelly ceremoniously signs tax cut package in Leavenworth on Thursday
LEAVENWORTH, Kansas (WIBW) – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly ceremoniously signed Senate Bill 1, the sweeping, bipartisan tax cut package, Thursday morning in Leavenworth, officials said. The bill “responsibly lowers taxes for Kansas residents while ensuring the long-term financial health of…
No sales tax on hurricane supplies
The strongest hurricane season lasts from mid-August to mid-October. How to prepare for a hurricane It is important to take these steps before hurricane season. It’s time to make those lists, and we’re not talking about Christmas. With memories of…
Okaloosa voters to decide in November on extending tax exemption
CRESTVIEW – On Nov. 5, Okaloosa County voters will decide whether to extend the county’s economic development ad valorem tax exemption (EDATE) program for another 10 years after the county commission approved a resolution adding the issue to the ballot…
