Candice Horbacz
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- September 2, 2026
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New Study Challenges Conventional Wisdom on Tariff Burden, Finding Foreigners Absorb Nearly Half of US Tariff Costs
When the United States imposes a tariff, the economic burden, often perceived to fall entirely on domestic consumers and businesses, is in fact shared across international borders. A groundbreaking new…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- September 1, 2026
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The Dominican Republic’s Hasty Tax Reform: A Case Study in Missed Opportunities for Consultative Governance and Long-Term Fiscal Stability
The Dominican Republic’s expedited tax reform in June of the previous year has drawn significant criticism from both domestic and international observers, casting a shadow over the nation’s commitment to…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- September 1, 2026
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Inheritance Taxes Across Europe: A Historical Perspective, Economic Impact, and Ongoing Policy Debates
Inheritance taxes, a fiscal instrument with roots stretching back to the Roman Empire, where a 5 percent levy on inherited property funded soldiers’ pensions, remain a significant, albeit contentious, feature…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- September 1, 2026
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Siim Kallas, Visionary Architect of Estonia’s Economic Miracle, Passes Away at 77
The global economic community is mourning the loss of a true pioneer in fiscal policy, Siim Kallas, the former Estonian Prime Minister and European Commissioner, who passed away on August…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 31, 2026
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Belgian Digital Tax Proposal: Economist Warns of Economic Distortions, Double Taxation, and Limited Revenue, Urging VAT Reform
Brussels, Belgium – A recent Belgian law proposal aimed at modernizing the country’s corporate income tax system for the digital economy has drawn sharp criticism from economist Cristina Enache. In…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 31, 2026
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The Enduring Debate: European Nations Navigate the Complexities of Net Wealth Taxation
Net wealth taxes, defined as recurrent levies on an individual’s total assets minus liabilities, represent a distinct approach to public finance, extending beyond the scope of traditional real property taxes…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 30, 2026
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The Resurgence of Wealth Tax Debates: A Global Look at Historical Performance and Economic Implications
Around the world, wealth taxes have re-emerged as a significant topic of political and economic debate, reflecting a growing conviction among policymakers and segments of the public that extraordinary concentrations…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 30, 2026
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Unlocking Economic Growth: Tax Foundation Identifies Top Pro-Growth Reforms in New Policymaker’s Guide
The Tax Foundation’s recently published book, Options for Reforming America’s Tax Code 3.0: A Policymaker’s Guide to Tax Reform Trade-Offs, serves as a critical resource for lawmakers grappling with the…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 30, 2026
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Maryland’s Landmark Digital Ad Tax Overturned, Setting National Precedent for Digital Economy Taxation
In a case that legislators across the country have watched with intense interest, the Maryland Tax Court recently struck down the state’s digital advertising tax and ordered that refunds be…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 30, 2026
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Vehicle Miles Traveled Taxes: Addressing Funding Gaps and Navigating Privacy Concerns
Vehicle miles traveled (VMT) taxes have emerged as a prominent consideration for governments at all levels grappling with the pressing challenge of funding their deteriorating road infrastructure, yet widespread privacy…
