Archives: Tax and Fiscal Policy Task Force / Model Policies
Archives: Tax and Fiscal Policy Task Force / Model Policies
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Statement of Principles on Homestead Property Tax Exemptions
Principle of Homeownership Homeownership is considered a cornerstone of the American dream, providing a pathway to financial prosperity and wealth building through equity. Homeownership fosters community and personal stability…
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No Taxpayer Money for Lobbying by Political Subdivisions Act
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF {insert state}: Section 1. Restriction on the Use of Public Funds By Political Subdivisions (a) A political subdivision may…
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An Act Relating to the Text of Ballot Propositions that Increase Taxes
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF {insert state}: Section 1. {Insert Relevant Code Section} is amended to read as follows: (a) In addition to any other requirement imposed by…
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Resolution in Support of Non-Discriminatory Property Tax Policies on Communication Networks
WHEREAS, American consumers have come to rely on high speed communications networks constructed by communications providers to improve their overall quality of life including in the areas of healthcare, education,…
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Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Resolution
WHEREAS, digital goods and services include, but are not limited to: downloaded, streaming, or remotely-accessed consumer content, such as music, video; books, software, and video games; cloud-based services; and certain…
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Spending Evaluation Act
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF {insert state}: Section 1. Article xx, {insert state} Constitution, is amended by adding Section xx to read as follows: Section…
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State Constitutional Amendment To Oppose New State Taxes, Increased Spending, and Debt Without Voter Approval
WHEREAS, States through their respective constitutional amendment processes should adopt fiscal responsibility amendments that (I) impose limits on the amount of money government can tax and spend, (II) tie the…
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Resolution Recognizing The Seriousness Of The National Debt And Its Threat To National Security
WHEREAS, In March 2025, the outstanding public debt of the U.S. totaled more than $36 trillion, with public debt equaling 124 percent of gross domestic product and the debt owed…
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Health Care Sharing Ministries Tax Parity Act
Section 1. Short Title. This Act shall be known as the “Health Care Sharing Ministries Tax Parity Act.” Section 2. Definitions. As used in this Act, the following definitions apply:…
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Modernizing Public Sector Defined Contribution Plans Act
Public Sector Retirement Income Plan Act Chapter 1. Creation of…
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The Artificial Intelligence Tax Non-Discrimination Act
Section 1. Definitions For the purposes of this Act, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed below. These definitions shall conform, where applicable, to definitions already…
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Transactional Gold and Silver Act
Be It Enacted by the [General Assembly/Legislature] of the State of [State Name]: Findings and Purpose. The [General Assembly/Legislature] finds that: The use…
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No Taxpayer Money for Lobbying or Political Campaigns Act
Section 1. The Legislature finds that citizens are opposed to state agencies using public funds to influence the Legislature to protect themselves and their employees from meaningful reforms. Lobbying by…
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Education Tax-Credit Act
Section 1. Definitions (A) “Qualifying student” carries the definition of a “qualifying child” found in 26 U.S.C. § 152(c)(1) through (4) who received full-time academic instruction in a…
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Ten Guiding Principles for Consideration of Grants
Statement of Principles Grants can be a very attractive source of funding for local governments, as they can help pay for services, programs and amenities without going to tax- and…
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Taxpayer Transparency Act
Be it enacted by the Legislature of the [COUNTY] as follows: Section I. [Chapter] of the Code of [COUNTY] is hereby added as provided hereinafter: TAXPAYER TRANSPARENCY 1 Title. 2…
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Local Taxpayer Protection Act
Be it enacted by the Legislature of [COUNTY] as follows: Section 1. Local Taxpayer Protection Act. (A) Should the annual operating budget result in an increase in property…
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Savings Incentive Partnership Program
APPROVAL/LOCAL LAW TO AMEND THE CODE OF [COUNTY] BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER ENTITLED “SAVINGS INCENTIVE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM” Be it enacted by the Legislature of [COUNTY] as follows: Purpose. The…
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Resolution Supporting a US-Taiwan Agreement for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on Income
WHEREAS, the United States has entered into tax treaties covering more than 60 jurisdictions around the world which facilitate bilateral economic activity; strengthen global cooperation and benefit US businesses and…
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Public Community College State Finance Program
Section 1. Definitions (1) “Program” means the public community college state finance program established by this Act. Section 2. Program Components; Administration; Required Reporting (1) The program consists of:…