The Victorian government has announced a series of tax hikes to address the state's rising deficit, which has grown by $1.4 billion more than forecasted in the May budget, partly due to additional funding for state hospitals. From July 1 next year, the existing Fire Services Levy, which is
December 13, 2024The subject of this analysis revolves around the ongoing protests by UK farmers against the recently proposed changes to inheritance tax policies. These changes have ignited a wave of concern among farmers, who perceive them as a significant threat to their livelihoods and the future of the
December 11, 2024The pressing question of whether more taxes should be devolved to empower local governments continues to ignite heated debates among policymakers and scholars alike. Advocates argue that granting local governments greater control over their financial resources could substantially improve public
December 10, 2024The Republican Party is facing significant internal conflicts and challenges as it prepares for the new Congress. Despite having control over both Capitol Hill and the White House, the GOP's ambitious plans are mired in disagreements over which issues to prioritize and the potential
December 10, 2024With the results of the November election ensuring both a Republican-controlled Congress and President-elect Donald Trump poised to return to the White House, the GOP is gearing up to implement an ambitious policy agenda within their first 100 days in office. Central to this plan is the extension
December 2, 2024Louisiana's legislative body is currently grappling with the complexities of Governor Jeff Landry’s ambitious proposal to overhaul the state’s tax system. The plan, which includes significant cuts to personal and corporate income taxes, has sparked a vigorous debate among lawmakers about how to
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