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direct tax

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as in personal tax

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Recent Examples of direct tax Conservative opponents of school choice have long criticized the voucher program for its potential to direct tax dollars to Islamic schools. — Isaac Yu, Houston Chronicle, 24 Jan. 2026 Credits called ‘a model’ — except for triggers Reams of research show the effectiveness of direct tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit in helping low-income people, said Kathy White, executive director of the progressive Colorado Fiscal Institute. — Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 31 Dec. 2025 But the new provision adds on to the deductions for equipment and R&D to ensure that there are no direct tax penalties on building new factories in America. — Richard Stern, Boston Herald, 14 Sep. 2025 The bill would direct tax revenue generated at the ballpark to the team for stadium repairs, similar to the agreement with the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. — Stacey Barchenger, AZCentral.com, 8 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for direct tax

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But in March 2010, under penalty of perjury, Snyder stated his personal tax debt was uncollectible and instead offered to pay $1,000, prosecutors said.

— Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026
Every unnecessary physiological cost is not only a personal tax, but also one that reduces the quality of leadership the organization receives.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of personal tax

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Seemingly more significantly, Missourians voted on amendments that would have limited the initiative petition process and eliminated the state’s income tax — both of which were soundly rejected.

— Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 6 Aug. 2026
Players on teams in states with no income tax, like Florida or Texas, enjoy a considerable advantage, while those in high-tax states such as California or New York face substantial liabilities.

— Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of income tax

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For a continent importing the bulk of its oil and gas, the returning war premium on crude is a tax on households and industry.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026
Community solar projects create local jobs, generate tax revenue, support workforce development and create new opportunities for agricultural businesses, all while providing affordable energy options for households.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of tax

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Once Vasquez applies for funding, the Missouri department will determine the state’s contribution based on the amount of withholding tax, sales tax and athlete and entertainer tax revenues generated by the team last year, a Kehoe spokesperson previously told The Star.

— Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
The incentives include sales and use tax refunds, qualifying investment tax credits and withholding tax credits.

— Max Rego, The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026

Definition of withholding tax

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