Washington State's New Millionaire Tax Faces Legal Challenges
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Washington States Governor Bob Ferguson is expected to sign a new income tax bill targeting earnings over one million dollars, aiming to generate three to four billion dollars annually for schools, business relief, and the general budget. However, opponents, primarily Republicans, plan to challenge the bill in court, arguing it violates the state constitution. The state Supreme Court, with three justices stepping down soon, will be the key battleground. Meanwhile, lawmakers also reduced estate tax rates, potentially indicating that high taxes on the wealthy drive money out of the state.
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