Tag: Taxation
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Sedgwick County Commission: Let’s not vote today
At the October 31 meeting of the Sedgwick County Commission, Karl Peterjohn introduced a measure that would let the Kansas Legislature know that the commission supports improving the tax climate in Kansas, and specifically would limit property tax growth. But electoral politics forced a delay in a vote.
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Kansas property tax honesty is needed
Kansas property tax reform means reducing the rate of growth of property taxes, not merely repurposing other tax revenue.
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Wichita’s $60 million gift to Spirit Aerosystems — not
Industrial Revenue Bonds is a confusing economic development program misunderstood by citizens, journalists, and even city council members.
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The Lux in Wichita: Taxpayer funding of lifestyle choices
The Wichita City Council decides that taxpayers should pay for the lifestyle choices of a relative few.
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What’s wrong with Charles and David Koch?
Fran Tarkenton wonders: “So why do we vilify people who represent the greatness of America? Is it just because they have different political beliefs? It’s time to stop demonizing people who do things the right way and generate tremendous wealth — and value to all Americans.”
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Renewable Portfolio Standard costly for Kansas
A policy promoted by Kansas Governor Sam Brownback will result in higher electricity costs, fewer jobs, and less investment in Kansas.
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Wichita speculative industrial buildings
A tax forgiveness policy for speculative industrial buildings in Wichita may not produce the intended results.
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In Kansas, more debunking of the benefit of high taxes
The argument that high state tax rates promote growth has a serious flaw, finds the Kansas Policy Institute.