March 16, 2026
Tax

Texas tax-free weekend returns Aug. 9-11 to help you save money on back-to-school items

SAN ANTONIO – The first day of school will be here before you know it, and you’ll likely want to get the most bang for your buck when shopping for back-to-school materials. Those looking to save can take advantage of this year’s tax-free holiday weekend in August. From Friday, Aug. 9, through midnight on Sunday,

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Houston, Cabool and Texas County report sales tax revenue

Sales tax revenue surged in Houston and Texas County in June, while Cabool experienced a decline in its collections. HOUSTON A one-cent sales tax earmarked for parks, police and fire generated $85,245.61 for the month of June. That’s up $2,782.65 from the same period a year ago. A one-cent general sales tax totaled $86,105.44. That’s

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Minnesota lottery a regressive tax on the working class, state data show • Minnesota Reformer

The Minnesota Lottery delivers tens of millions of dollars to state coffers each year, funding everything from parks to education to gambling addiction services. “Each dollar spent on a lottery ticket in Minnesota not only fuels the dreams of potential winners, but also drives millions of dollars toward crucial state services and vital projects that

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Is the tax burden at a 70 year high? – Full Fact

During an interview on BBC Radio Essex [1:30:00] on 17 May shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves MP claimed that taxes under the Conservative government “are at a 70 year high” and are “due to go up in each of the next five years”. It’s true that in the 2022/23 financial year the tax burden—which refers to

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People urged to check their new tax code as financial year brings four possible reasons for change

The new financial year starts on April 6. 11:56, 05 Apr 2023Updated 08:24, 06 Apr 2023 New laws, changes and bill increases that will impact everyone in Scotland The start of the new financial year on April 6 brings many changes for people in work or claiming benefits and those in retirement. HM Revenue and

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