Cut state tax on capital gains | Sampson Independent

Cut state tax on capital gains | Sampson Independent

The General Assembly in North Carolina has pursued tax reform to promote growth and expand freedom in the state. They have implemented a flat-rate income tax, lower rates on personal income and retail sales, and are phasing out corporate income taxes. However, there are concerns about completely eliminating income taxes without raising sales taxes or broadening its base. One solution proposed is to keep the personal income tax but subtract net savings and charitable gifts from taxable income, similar to other states and countries. Implementing an exclusion for long-term capital gains, like South Carolina, could make the state more favorable for savings and investment without creating fiscal imbalances.

How Did the TCJA Affect Corporate Tax Revenues?

How Did the TCJA Affect Corporate Tax Revenues?

Fact: The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) lowered the top corporate tax rate from 35 to 21 percent, leading to a sharp drop in corporate tax revenues initially, but they returned to pre-TCJA levels starting in 2021.

Options for Navigating the 2025 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Expirations

Options for Navigating the 2025 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Expirations

The text discusses the upcoming expiration of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2025 and provides insight into various tax reform options. Lawmakers will need to decide on priorities for tax reform, including maintaining the TCJA policies or implementing fundamental reforms. The text outlines two alternative reform options that focus on better cost recovery for business investment, lower individual rates, and a broader tax base. These options aim to grow the economy, provide revenue, and avoid increasing the deficit. Lawmakers are encouraged to prioritize growth and fiscal responsibility in designing tax legislation to prevent a tax hike in 2025.

White House begins push for corporate tax hike in earnest

White House begins push for corporate tax hike in earnest

Fact: Lael Brainard, director of the White House National Economic Council, stated that President Biden is considering raising the corporate tax rate and increasing the federal tax on stock buybacks if he wins a second term.