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Alabama and Louisiana suspend dyed diesel penalties to ease harvest costs
economy25 days ago

Alabama and Louisiana suspend dyed diesel penalties to ease harvest costs

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey and Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry have issued directives to halt enforcement of penalties for using tax-exempt dyed diesel in highway vehicles. These measures aim to provide immediate financial relief to agricultural and timber sectors facing record-high fuel costs during peak harvest seasons. While Alabama’s 120-day pause takes effect immediately, Louisiana’s emergency order suspends penalties through October 22, with both states seeking federal penalty relief from the IRS.

via WSFA|
#agriculture#alabama#diesel-fuel
1.3M-follower cosmetics founder appeals for tax relief after Wildberries warehouse strikes
business2 months ago

1.3M-follower cosmetics founder appeals for tax relief after Wildberries warehouse strikes

Marina Gorshkova, founder of a cosmetics brand with 1.3 million Instagram followers, released a video appealing to Russia’s leadership for help after Ukrainian strikes damaged Wildberries warehouses. She says many sellers have been harmed by fires, losing revenue and taxes, and urges a year-long tax exemption and loan-payment holidays to keep businesses afloat. She also calls for oversight of Wildberries’ seller obligations as she cannot retrieve merchandise. The strikes have hit warehouses across multiple regions and Crimea, and her post drew about 10,000 likes in a day.

via Meduza|
#business#e-commerce#small-business
Germany rolls out sweeping reforms to revive growth and curb far-right pressure
business-and-economy3 months ago

Germany rolls out sweeping reforms to revive growth and curb far-right pressure

Germany’s ruling CDU/CSU–SPD coalition unveiled a broad reform package called the Programme for Revival and Employment, including about €10 billion in annual income tax relief for low- and middle-income earners from 2027, a major pension overhaul linked to life expectancy after 2031 (potentially reaching 70 by the 2090s), tighter sick-leave rules, longer fixed-term contracts, and reduced bureaucracy. The plan is funded mainly by shifting more tax burden onto top earners and aims to boost growth while countering far-right pressure, but still requires Bundestag and Bundesrat approval. Analysts say it could improve sentiment and lift growth later in the year.

via Al Jazeera|
#afd#business-and-economy#economic-reform
Wisconsin lawmakers back $1.8B surplus plan for tax relief and education
politics5 months ago

Wisconsin lawmakers back $1.8B surplus plan for tax relief and education

Gov. Tony Evers and GOP leaders unveiled an about $1.8 billion plan to spend Wisconsin’s budget surplus on tax relief and education, including $850 million in direct payments, eliminating state income tax on overtime pay and tipped earnings, and boosting K-12 funding by $600 million, while leaving the rainy-day fund intact. The package would mail up to $600 per married couple or $300 per person to roughly 3 million residents by November, but drew criticism from Senate Democrats and gubernatorial candidates who call it expensive; leaders say votes are likely after a special-session path, with the budget committee moving it on Tuesday and full Legislature debate possible as early as Wednesday.

via WPR|
#budget-surplus#direct-payments#education-funding
Baseless Anti-Woke Fury Targets Medieval Game 1348 Ex Voto Over Tax Credits
commentary7 months ago

Baseless Anti-Woke Fury Targets Medieval Game 1348 Ex Voto Over Tax Credits

Kotaku notes that the medieval action-sim 1348 Ex Voto, released March 12 to mixed reviews (low Metacritic, surprisingly high online controversy), became the subject of a baseless anti-woke conspiracy claiming Italian tax credits fund “propaganda.” The piece argues the game’s LGBTQ content is minimal, explains the Italian Video Games Tax Relief program criteria, and contends the grants are about supporting Italy’s game industry rather than influencing game narratives; the broader point is that funding decisions aren’t tied to content like LGBTQ representation.

via Kotaku|
#1348-ex-voto#commentary#conspiracy
Mass. Senate rebukes Wu’s tax shift, backs homeowner relief
politics9 months ago

Mass. Senate rebukes Wu’s tax shift, backs homeowner relief

The Massachusetts Senate advanced a targeted tax-relief bill to cushion homeowners from sharp residential tax hikes and rejected Mayor Michelle Wu’s plan to shift more tax burden onto commercial properties in Boston; the relief measure passed 37-1, while Wu’s amendment failed 33-5, setting the stage for House consideration amid ongoing tensions between Wu and Senate leadership.

via NBC Boston|
#boston#massachusetts#mayor-wu
taxation2 years ago

Tax Filing Deadline Extended for San Diego Residents Affected by Severe Storms

The IRS has announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in parts of California, specifically San Diego County, affected by severe storms and flooding, allowing them until June 17, 2024, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. The relief also includes postponing deadlines for various tax filings and payments, and provides details on other qualifying actions for relief during the postponement period. Additionally, the IRS urges those needing an additional tax-filing extension to request it electronically by April 15, 2024, and provides information on additional tax relief for disaster-related losses and payments.

via IRS|
#california#flooding#irs
"Prospects of Child Tax Credit Expansion Bill Hang in the Balance"
taxation2 years ago

"Prospects of Child Tax Credit Expansion Bill Hang in the Balance"

The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, currently with the Senate, proposes to expand the child tax credit over the next three years, potentially benefiting 16 million children in low-income families in the first year. The bill aims to increase the maximum refundable amount per child to $1,800 in 2023, $1,900 in 2024, and $2,000 in 2025, with eligibility criteria similar to the existing child tax credit. Unlike the 2021 credit, the proposed rules would require claiming the credit when filing tax returns. While the House has passed the bill, Senate approval remains uncertain.

via CNET|
#child-tax-credit#lower-income-families#senate
"Whitmer's $80.7B Budget Proposal Prioritizes Education and Economic Relief for Michiganders"
politics2 years ago

"Whitmer's $80.7B Budget Proposal Prioritizes Education and Economic Relief for Michiganders"

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer presented an $80.7 billion budget proposal for the 2025 fiscal year, aiming to provide free preschool and community college, tax relief for family caregivers, and subsidies for job-creating companies. The budget, which does not raise taxes, also includes investments in early childhood education, K-12 schools, and higher education, as well as cost-saving measures for Michiganders' pocketbooks. Additionally, Whitmer proposed business subsidies to support Michigan's economy and addressed an ongoing legal battle related to the state's personal income tax rate.

via Detroit Free Press|
#budget-proposal#education#gretchen-whitmer
"House Approves Enhanced Child Tax Credit and Bipartisan Tax Bill Despite GOP Revolt"
politics2 years ago

"House Approves Enhanced Child Tax Credit and Bipartisan Tax Bill Despite GOP Revolt"

The House has passed a bipartisan bill to expand the child tax credit and provide tax relief for businesses, aiming to lift hundreds of thousands of children out of poverty. The legislation, which now heads to the Senate, would increase the refundable child tax credit and offer tax breaks for businesses investing in research and development. The White House has urged Congress to pass the bill, emphasizing its potential to benefit millions of families and support affordable housing construction.

via Business Insider|
#bipartisan-legislation#child-tax-credit#house-of-representatives
Georgia Lawmakers Seek Limits on Rising Property Tax Values
politics2 years ago

Georgia Lawmakers Seek Limits on Rising Property Tax Values

Georgia lawmakers are considering measures to address rising property taxes, including a bill to limit increases in a home's value for property tax purposes to 3% per year and doubling the state's homestead tax exemption. Supporters argue that these measures would prevent large surprise increases in home values and help homeowners stay in their homes, while opponents express concerns about potential long-term inequality and the impact on local control. Similar efforts to address property tax issues are also underway in other states, reflecting a broader trend of voter discontent over higher levies.

via The Associated Press|
#georgia#local-control#politics