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Pakistan abolishes ‘period tax’ after landmark campaign to promote sanitary products

In a country where periods are rarely discussed in public, a tax exemption on sanitary products is being hailed as a breakthrough. Campaigners tell Shweta Sharma this is just the first victory in the long and arduous battle ahead

The Independent UK

Texas Families Get a Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday August 7–9: 6 Rules to Check Before Shopping

Back-to-school shopping season often arrives with long supply lists, crowded stores, and a growing total at the checkout register. Fortunately, Texas families get a chance to stretch their dollars a little further during the state’s annual sales tax holiday from August 7 through August 9, 2026. During that three-day period,…

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‘Period tax’ on sanitary products to be abolished, says Pakistan minister

Campaigners welcome announcement cutting levies on menstrual health items, but say their work to end period poverty is ‘far from over’

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County Tax Measures Show Limits of Local Responses to Medicaid Cuts

Election results in Los Angeles and Contra Costa counties suggest voters are wary of sales tax hikes, adding pressure for statewide solution.

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Abbott recommends sweeping data center regulation, including eliminating sales tax exemption

The recommendations for legislative action amount to a striking call for industry regulation by the Republican governor in a state that has long prided itself on being a favorable environment for business.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Tax Holiday: How to Buy Water Efficient Appliances Tax Free May 23 to 25

Texas residents can save money on important home upgrades during the upcoming sales tax holiday. This special event runs from May 23 through May 25 and covers many water-efficient products. You can purchase items like rain barrels and certain irrigation parts without paying any state sales tax. It is a…

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States With the Lowest Property Tax Bills Ranked by Affordability

Searching for an affordable home in 2026? Here's what it costs to live in these ten 'affordable' states.

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‘Embarrassment for Japan’: PM wants to cut sales tax but cash registers say no

Sanae Takaichi pledged to suspend an 8% levy on food sales, but retailers say their systems aren’t designed for a tax of zero per cent

The Guardian - AU

Republicans’ plan for zero state income tax could be ‘devastating’, experts warn

As Missouri asks voters whether to eliminate tax, experts say claims it will grow businesses and create jobs aren’t true

The Guardian - US

Do you prefer to pay income taxes or sales taxes? Missouri voters will get to choose

Do you prefer to pay income taxes or sales taxes

The Independent UK

Republicans Fumble Away Fiscal Conservatism in Stadium Subsidy Projects

Small-government conservatives are tripping over themselves to give millions of taxpayer dollars to billionaires.

Reason

I Asked ChatGPT Which States Have the Highest Tax Burden — Here’s What It Said

ChatGPT analyzed tax burden by state to see which states tax residents most and why the rankings may surprise you.

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These States Have the Highest Tax Burden in America—Are You Living in One?

Money disappears faster than expected when taxes quietly chip away at income, purchases, and property. Some states stretch every dollar further, while others demand a much larger slice of earnings through layered tax systems. Residents often focus on income tax rates, yet the true “tax burden” includes sales taxes, property…

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'A self-inflicted hit': Washington state just rolled back sales tax exemptions for AI data centers worth hundreds of millions

Washington narrowed a key data center tax break, reflecting broader tensions as states reconsider incentives amid industry resistance and rising public concerns.

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I’m a CPA: Here’s How State Taxes Change Your Real Cost of Living

State taxes can dramatically change what you really pay to live somewhere. A CPA explains how income, property, and sales taxes affect your true cost of living.

The Texas Tribune

Texas is giving data centers more than $1 billion in tax breaks each year

The tax break is one of the state’s costliest incentive programs and soon to be the most expensive of its kind in the nation.

Kiplinger

Oregon Could Be the Retirement Haven You Don't Know About: 13 Facts to Consider, From a Financial Planner Who Lives There

Looking for a great retirement destination? Oregon has no sales tax, no state tax on your Social Security, highly rated health care and a temperate climate.

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The Least-Bad Option: A County Sales Tax to Save California Health Clinics

Bay Area and L.A. residents weigh a regressive fix as funding cuts threaten basic care for the uninsured.

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Tennessee’s Sales Tax Structure — Understanding the Trade-Off

No income tax sounds like a dream, right? That headline grabs attention fast, but the real story lives in the fine print where every purchase quietly tells the truth. Tennessee built a tax system that flips the usual script, and that choice creates a trade-off that shapes everyday life in…

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Massachusetts Salaries Average Just Over $67,700— But How Heavy Is the Tax Load?

A paycheck can look impressive on paper. The real story begins once taxes start carving out their share. Massachusetts workers often earn salaries that land comfortably at $67,706, which sounds strong and competitive in many industries. Yet that headline number does not represent the amount that actually lands in a…

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These 3 States Might End Property Taxes: What Homeowners Should Know

High property taxes are squeezing homeowners’ wallets, and some states are crafting plans to eliminate them. But is eliminating property tax really a good idea?

The Independent UK

Virginia has a data center boon. Officials debate whether it's time to scrap its tax breaks

Virginia senators are pushing to curtail a 5.3% tax break for data centers

Everybody Loves Your Money

Tennessee’s Sales Tax Trap: 3 Counties Where You’re Paying More

Tennessee proudly advertises one of the biggest financial perks in the country: no state income tax. That promise attracts newcomers, entrepreneurs, and families who want more control over their paychecks. Yet a closer look at the receipt after a simple purchase often tells a different story. Tennessee relies heavily on…

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Texas vs. Florida: Which No-Income-Tax State Actually Leaves You With More Money?

People love hearing that a state charges zero income tax because it sounds like an automatic win for the wallet, almost like finding extra cash inside a jacket pocket you forgot about last winter. Both Texas and Florida market themselves as tax-friendly places that let workers keep more of what…

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A 9.9% Washington Millionaire Tax is Here: What's Next for High Earners?

Washington’s tax structure is headed for another significant shift that involves "taxing the rich." Will more states follow?

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