Recent federal tax cuts provide Oregon policy makers an opportunity to raise revenue to fund state services. Since the federal tax cuts are heavily tilted toward Oregon’s most affluent households, state income taxes can be raised on those households without increasing their combined federal-state tax burden.
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It is not only possible to imagine a better tax filing system in Oregon, but also to realize it. Getting there requires the federal and state governments to each take decisive steps in that direction.
With tax season coming to an end, it’s a good moment to discuss the vital role that our tax system
Complete Reporting is a smart, effective way Oregon can make corporations pay their fair share to support schools and essential services.
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