Tax Foundation Research & Analysis

Louisiana Proposes Centralized Sales Tax Collection

Louisiana is considering two bills, HB620 and HB658, that would centralize sales tax collection at the state level. This change aims to reduce compliance costs for businesses, particularly remote sellers, by simplifying tax base determination and administration. The proposal requires a constitutional amendment.

Kansas Property Tax Reform Analysis: SCR 1616 and HB 2745

The Tax Foundation analyzes Kansas legislative proposals SCR 1616 and HB 2745, which aim to reform property taxes through assessment and levy limits. The analysis suggests SCR 1616's assessment limit could distort the real estate market, while HB 2745's levy limit is more neutral but has notable exemptions.

State Property Tax Analysis and Data

The Tax Foundation has released data and analysis on state property taxes, highlighting New Jersey's highest rate. Property taxes are identified as the primary funding source for local governments in the US, crucial for services like schools and public safety.

Analysis of Van Hollen and Booker Tax Cut Plans

The Tax Foundation analyzed tax cut plans introduced by Senators Van Hollen and Booker. Both plans aim to cut taxes for lower- and middle-income taxpayers while raising them for high-income taxpayers and corporations, potentially reducing GDP and increasing the deficit.

Trump Tariffs Impact on US Households and Trade

A Tax Foundation analysis estimates that new tariffs imposed under Section 122 will increase taxes per US household by $600 in 2026. This follows a Supreme Court ruling that limited the scope of previous tariffs imposed under IEEPA, reducing the average applied tariff rate.

Europe Capital Gains Tax Rates 2026

This analysis details the top marginal capital gains tax rates for individuals across European countries in 2026. It highlights Denmark as having the highest rate at 42.0% and Romania (not explicitly listed but implied by context) as having the lowest. The data provides a comparative overview for investors and financial professionals.

New Mexico SB 151 Decouples from Full Expensing

New Mexico SB 151, passed by the legislature, decouples the state from federal full expensing provisions for machinery and equipment, and includes foreign earnings in the corporate tax base. This change is expected to negatively impact the state's corporate tax environment.

Delaware Proposes Cigarette and Vapor Tax Increases

Delaware's Governor has proposed significant increases to cigarette, vapor, and other tobacco product taxes. The cigarette tax would rise by over 70%, and vapor product taxes would double, aiming to generate an estimated $18.9 million in new state revenue.

Tax Foundation Experts Analyze AI Taxation Impact on Labor Markets

The Tax Foundation released a podcast episode discussing the potential impacts of taxing artificial intelligence on labor markets. Experts analyze current data, critique proposed policies, and suggest alternative reforms like worker retraining deductions.

Colorado Tax Proposal on Phantom Income

Colorado's HB26-1221 proposes changes to the state's alternative minimum tax and net operating loss provisions. The Tax Foundation argues these changes would overstate income, leading to double taxation and distorting taxpayer behavior.