Posts Tagged Taxes

Virginia legislators look to extend the standard deduction

The Virginia House of Delegates during the 2024 legislative session. (Credit: Brad Kutner / Radio IQ)

Tax legislation may not be the flashiest topic, but it touches just about everyone in Virginia. The state’s standard deduction is set to expire this year, and Brad Kutner spoke to Republican and Democratic lawmakers who want to make sure it doesn’t. 

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Virginia localities know it’s all about that (declining commercial real estate tax) base

Commercial property values are cratering across Virginia. As Michael Pope tells us, that’s creating a crisis for local governments trying to balance their books.

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Report: Undocumented immigrants add nearly $700 million to Virginia economy

A diagram showing the tax impact from undocumented immigrants. (Credit: ITEP)

A new report from a left-leaning tax group says undocumented immigrants add nearly $700 million to Virginia’s economy. The numbers are disputed by some, however, as Brad Kutner reports. 

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Elected officials push for free tax filing in Virginia

Credit: Jessica Britton / Radio IQ

Members of the state’s congressional delegation want a new pilot program allowing people to file their federal taxes for free to come to Virginia. And, as Brad Kutner found out, officials in Richmond want it, too.

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Should Virginia index its income tax to inflation?

Next month, Governor Glenn Youngkin will present his budget to the General Assembly. Michael Pope has this preview of one potential income tax issue.

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Does Virginia need tax cuts? The debate is heating up in Richmond

Members of the General Assembly are debating the need for tax cuts, and it’s a conversation that is getting heated. Michael Pope reports on the latest flare up.

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Should Virginia Crack Down on Tax-Avoiding Corporations?

mapThis week, Governor Ralph Northam will outline the state of Virginia’s finances to the House and Senate money committees of the General Assembly. And, opinions are divided about the best way to balance the books. Michael Pope reports.

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Examining Tax Freedom Day in Virginia

StateSeal00This week’s tax filing deadline has many people thinking about the tax burden they face. But today marks another significant tax-related event. Michael Pope has details.

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Congressman Beyer: IRS Needs Additional Funding to Track Down Tax Evaders

Don_Beyer,_official_114th_Congress_photo_portrait.jpegTax season is upon us, and that means officials at the Internal Revenue Service are working overtime this time of year. But, one Virginia congressman worries that the IRS isn’t getting the funding it needs. Michael Pope reports.

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Tax Deal Almost Derails Over Question About Who Gets Left Out

general assembly coverage 2019A handful of Democrats in the statehouse briefly blocked a tax relief package after progressive groups said it disproportionately hurt low-income African-Americans. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.

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Governor Agrees to Sign Republican Tax Proposal

general assembly coverage 2019Governor Ralph Northam is agreeing to sign off on a Republican tax proposal, returning about half a billion dollars to taxpayers rather than investing the money in education and infrastructure. Mallory Noe-Payne has the latest from the Capitol.

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Marriage Penalty, Local Taxes On Businesses Hurting Virginia’s Reputation As Low-Tax State

TaxFoundation-450x270Virginia has a reputation as a state with low taxes and a friendly business environment. A new study challenges that reputation, however. Michael Pope reports.

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