October 22, 2024
Tax

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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Tax

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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