After Months of Talk, States Move to Suspend Gas Taxes
A Maryland plan is close to passing. But proposed gas tax holidays there and in other states could prove to be largely symbolic providing only minor relief at the pump.
Pennsylvania Senate Leader Proposes Lowering Gas Tax by One-third Through 2022
Politicians in the state from both parties are pushing to lower the price at the pump.
A Call for a Gas Tax Suspension as Biden Bans Russian Oil
New York Republican state lawmakers previously proposed halting the state's gas tax to alleviate the effects of inflation.
As Inflation Drives Up Prices, State Lawmakers Eye Cutting Food and Sales Taxes
More than a dozen states are considering such cuts, as others eye income tax reductions.
Gas Tax Proposal Threatens to Spark Trade War Among Northwest States
To pay for a transportation package, Washington state lawmakers want to tax refined gasoline sent to other states. Neighboring states are talking about ways to retaliate if the plan goes through.
How One State Wants To Invest in Child Care Like It’s Tesla
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is proposing to spend billions on economic development programs that critics want to allocate to social programs.
States With the Highest and Lowest Gasoline Prices
California continues to have the highest gas prices in the U.S. and Oklahoma has the lowest, according to a recent report.
Welfare Is No Substitute for a Child Tax Credit
Some in Congress say the child tax credit isn’t needed because Temporary Assistance for Needy Families is a success. Our reporting found it’s marked by repeated failures.
How Cities and Counties Are Dumping Abandoned Properties
Vacant building issues include unpaid property taxes, fires and crime, but localities are making some progress reining them in.
Why State Leaders From Both Parties Are Cutting Taxes
Republicans favor bigger, broader cuts while Democrats favor more targeted tax cuts and credits.
Bridge Collapse Revives Criticism Over Using Road Dollars for Police
It's common for states to use gas tax revenue to support law enforcement agencies. But is it a good idea?
In the Race to Win Electric Vehicle Factories, States Are Handing Out Big Incentives at Lightning Speed
Tax breaks are often controversial, but states are doling out a lot of them—plus land, infrastructure improvements and more—to lure manufacturers in this burgeoning industry.
Cities and States Find New Ways to Tax Streaming Services
Governments are desperate to recoup lost revenue as people cut the cable cord.
A Missing Piece With State Efforts to Test Drive Mileage Taxes
A federal watchdog questions why pilot programs for an alternative to the gas tax haven't been evaluated on whether they could be expanded nationwide.
States Ask Supreme Court to Consider Challenge Over SALT Cap
It's the latest development in a case that four states have brought against the $10,000 limit on the state and local tax deduction.
Desperate for State Workers, Governors Offer Raises to Keep Them
There are huge budget surpluses in most states.
A Unique Funding Program to Keep Homeowners in Hot Neighborhoods in Their Houses
The Atlanta program, part of a wide-scale affordable housing effort, will use $10 million to help legacy homeowners pay soaring property taxes.
Infrastructure Update: Proposals Emerge Calling For Gas Tax Cuts
Florida's governor is backing the idea of suspending his state's gas tax for six months.
Extra, Extra! State Lawmakers Propose Tax Credit to Help Save Local Journalism
A New York bill would offer tax credits to offset the cost of salaries for journalists at local outlets, as well as a subsidy for their subscribers.
States With the Highest Personal Income Growth
Total income growth is higher in all states than before the pandemic, thanks to elevated levels of government assistance and growth in wages, according to a report.
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