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Apr 04, 2022

With Car Values Going Up, Some Virginia Localities Aim To Limit Tax Impact

The goal is to allow localities to lower the vehicle tax so drivers aren’t surprised with higher tax bills as their car values go up.

Mar 29, 2022

‘Historic’ Tax Cuts In Maryland Would Benefit Senior Citizens And Parents, Officials Say

Senior citizens in Maryland who meet income requirements could see up to $1,750 in tax relief next year.

Oct 18, 2021

Republican Glenn Youngkin Has Pitched Big Tax Cuts For Virginia. Are They Realistic?

The Republican nominee for Virginia governor says the commonwealth has the money to cut taxes. But implementing them might pose a political challenge.

Oct 07, 2021

In Fight Against Homelessness, Advocates Say Tax Hike On Wealthy Is ‘Gamechanger’

A new tax increase on wealthy D.C. households will bring in more than $100 million in 2022 — a portion of which will fund new housing programs.

Jul 22, 2021

In D.C., A New Tax Measure Could Help Eradicate Poverty — If Residents Take Advantage Of It

D.C. lawmakers have given initially approval to boosting the local match to the federal earned income tax credit for low- and moderate-income residents.

Jun 22, 2021

80% Of D.C. Voters Polled Support Higher Local Taxes On The Rich

A new poll finds the move is popular across the city, including in affluent areas.

Feb 15, 2021

D.C. Council Considers Tax Relief For Residents Getting Unemployment Aid

Ten members of the D.C. Council have signed on to a bill that would exempt unemployment benefits from city income taxes next year.

Feb 05, 2021

In Midst Of Pandemic, D.C. Gets An Unexpected Surprise: A Big Budget Surplus

A flood of federal aid and better-than-expected property and income tax collection left D.C. with more than half-a-billion dollars in leftover money last year, catching many lawmakers off guard.

Mar 20, 2019

D.C. Could Soon Eliminate The Sales Tax On Diapers

Only a handful of states currently exempt diapers from sales taxes, which advocates say can be a small but significant cost-saver for low-income families.

Mar 06, 2019

Proposed Property Tax Break Sidelined After D.C. Council Balks At Cost

A proposed bill would have given all D.C. homeowners a $400 annual break on their property taxes, but some progressive groups and lawmakers said they’d rather target relief to low- and moderate-income residents.

 
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