Candice Horbacz
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 20, 2026
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The 250-Year Evolution of the U.S. Federal Tax System: From Tariffs to a Progressive Income Tax
The landscape of American taxation has undergone a profound transformation over the past two and a half centuries, mirroring the nation’s own growth from a nascent republic to a global…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 19, 2026
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North American Trade at a Crossroads: USMCA’s Crucial 2026 Review Looms Amidst Calls for Stability and Renegotiation Threats
As the United States, Mexico, and Canada approach the first formal review deadline for the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) this July, policymakers face a straightforward choice that could define the economic…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 19, 2026
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The Enduring Legacy of Alcohol Taxation: How America’s 250th Anniversary Highlights a Centuries-Old Fiscal Tradition
As Chicago and the nation commemorate the significant milestone of America’s 250th anniversary, marked by the quintessential celebrations of fireworks, barbecues, and cold beer, many revelers might be surprised to…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 19, 2026
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William Reynolds Archer Jr., Architect of Landmark Tax Policy and Champion of Fiscal Responsibility, Dies at 98
The Honorable William Reynolds Archer Jr., a towering figure in American tax policy and a dedicated public servant whose career spanned four decades in both state and federal legislatures, passed…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 19, 2026
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Debunking the Myth: Tariffs Continue to Burden Investment Despite Full Expensing, Economists Argue
In a recent op-ed for The Wall Street Journal, Stephen Miran, former chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, posited that the tariffs implemented during the Trump administration…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 18, 2026
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Taxing Buybacks from Big Oil Windfalls Act Introduced Amid Strait of Hormuz Crisis
In a direct legislative response to escalating geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and their perceived impact on global energy markets, Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Ron Wyden (D-OR), and…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 18, 2026
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Sales Taxes Remain a Cornerstone of State and Local Revenue, Driving Economic and Policy Debates Across the United States
Retail sales taxes stand as a formidable pillar of public finance for most states across the United States, constituting a significant 32 percent of total state tax collections and 13…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 18, 2026
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Poland’s Proposed Windfall Profits Tax: Balancing Immediate Fiscal Gains Against Long-Term Economic Stability
Poland is currently advancing with legislation to implement a windfall profits tax, targeting its liquid fuel sector. This move aligns with a broader European trend, where several nations have renewed…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 18, 2026
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Navigating the New Era of Global Tax Transparency: Challenges and Misinterpretations of Emerging Disclosures
A significant shift in corporate tax reporting is underway globally, heralded by a wave of new company tax disclosures mandated by evolving transparency requirements from the United States, the European…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- July 17, 2026
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EU’s New Public Tax Reporting Rules Spark Confusion, Raise Concerns Over Data Misinterpretation
A recent report by the Wall Street Journal has highlighted significant concerns regarding the European Union’s new country-by-country (CbCR) tax reporting requirements, warning of impending confusion and potential misinterpretations as…
