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It's tax filing week - when is tax freedom day?
But tax freedom day also varies by state, as each state has its own localized tax burden.
Apr 17, 20231 min read
Medicaid expansion is a huge state budget weight
When Idaho voters passed Medicaid expansion in 2018, a lot of promises were made. Few, however, have panned out. There were promises of...
Apr 13, 20232 min read
Idaho's K-12 state allocation is up 106% in past decade
Ten years ago, Idaho was spending $1.3 billion. Over the past decade, K-12 state spending has ballooned 106.2%.
Apr 10, 20232 min read
Education savings accounts for special needs children moving in Montana
The Montana House has approved a bill that would offer special needs children access to Education Savings Accounts worth roughly $6,816....
Apr 10, 20231 min read
Here come the expanded income taxes in Washington
They said it wouldn’t happen. It only took a few weeks to prove they were wrong. Following the Washington State Supreme Court’s ruling on...
Apr 3, 20232 min read
Idaho property tax relief going forward after all
Both the Idaho House and the Idaho Senate have voted to override Governor Brad Little's veto of HB 292 - a major property tax reduction...
Mar 29, 20232 min read
Taxes, transparency and time – Idaho Senate action leaves much to be desired
The Idaho House and Senate worked throughout the session on a bill that would provide major property tax relief to the citizens of the...
Mar 27, 20233 min read
"Ludicrous" Washington income tax ruling will impact other states
The exodus from Washington state may just be getting started. Today, the Washington State Supreme Court upheld the state's new 7% income...
Mar 24, 20232 min read
Advisory vote on "funding private schools" won't happen
Today, the Idaho House shot down a proposal to place a misleading and controversial advisory question on the 2024 general election...
Mar 21, 20232 min read
Idaho's Medicaid budget runs into roadblocks
The Idaho House today voted down the state's $4,691,777,000 Medicaid budget. House Bill 334 failed in a 34-36 vote. The rejection is not...
Mar 20, 20232 min read
"15-20% savings" - Idaho property tax relief gets Senate approval
The Idaho Senate has followed the House and passed a major property tax cut bill. It may be short term relief, but questions remain about...
Mar 20, 20232 min read
Ed choice advisory vote is a mistake & won’t provide complete picture
The legislature exists to make the best policies for sometimes complex issues while representing the will of the people. This is why...
Mar 18, 20233 min read
A small victory for families - Idaho Senate passes expansion of Empowering Parents program
The Idaho Senate today passed SB 1161, an expansion of the state’s Empowering Parents program. The vote was 19-15-1. It now heads to the...
Mar 16, 20232 min read
Montana advances increase in tax credit scholarships
The Montana House is advancing legislation that would more than double the amount of donations that could be accepted for both the...
Mar 16, 20231 min read
Property tax relief & reform moves forward
In Montana, it's a done deal, signed by Governor Greg Gianforte. In Idaho, it's almost there. The surging cost of property taxes...
Mar 14, 20232 min read
Idaho Senate committee passes expansion of Empowering Parents program
Some progress is being made to expand education choice options in Idaho. The Idaho Senate Education committee today passed SB 1161, an...
Mar 14, 20232 min read
Advisory vote on education choice is simplistic & unwise - here's a better idea
The Idaho House Education Committee is considering a proposal to place an advisory question before voters next fall (2024) regarding...
Mar 14, 20232 min read
Montana boasts largest tax cut in state history
When it comes to having a competitive tax environment, Montana is stepping-up its game. Governor Greg Gianforte has signed a flurry of...
Mar 14, 20231 min read
Property tax headache – what’s the plan?
One of the number one tax complaints throughout the state is the increasing cost to afford the property tax on a home. A surge in the...
Mar 9, 20232 min read
Income tax rates going down in Montana
Montana is joining the ever-growing list of states cutting its state income tax rate. The state legislature has given final approval to...
Mar 2, 20231 min read
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