Kosciusko County Auditor Provides Information on Tax Deductions, Exemptions, and Credits
news release WARSAW – Kosciuszko County Auditor Alyssa Schumacher wants to update taxpayers on some changes to deductions, exemptions, and credits that were recently approved by the Indiana General Assembly. This change affects property taxes for 2026, which will be paid in 2025, and adjustments will be made over the next five years. Given the […]
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick proposes property tax exemptions for homeowners aged 55 and up
AUSTIN — Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s Tax Proposal Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is advocating for a reduction in the age for seniors to qualify for property tax exemptions, moving it from 65 down to 55. This initiative, which he’s calling “Operation Double Nickel,” has the potential to reduce tax bills for over a million homeowners […]
West Virginia brings back school vaccination rules that ban religious exemptions.
West Virginia State Board of Education Reinstates Vaccination Policy The West Virginia State Board of Education has decided to reinstate its vaccination policy for schools after the state Supreme Court intervened. This came about when the Supreme Court overruled a lower court’s decision that permitted parents to refuse vaccines for their children based on religious […]
Worldwide Exchanges Call on SEC to Limit Wide Crypto Exemptions, Caution on Risks of Tokenized Stocks
Simply put The World Federation of Exchanges is urging the SEC to restrict exemptions for cryptocurrency platforms. Concerns have been raised about tokenized equity products being sold without adequate protections. The SEC is contemplating a sandbox framework to provide temporary relief for cryptocurrency companies. The Federation of Securities Exchanges recently sent a letter to the […]
Essential information on applying for property tax exemptions in Wyoming
Wyoming is currently accepting applications for various property tax relief programs aimed at veterans, long-term homeowners, and properties occupied by their owners. Dixie Huxtable, Converse County Clerk and Chair of the Wyoming County Assessor Association Legislative Committee, discussed some key points homeowners should consider to save on taxes. Property taxes have increasingly garnered attention from […]
Essential information on applying for property tax exemptions in Wyoming
Wyoming Property Tax Relief Options Available Wyoming is currently opening its doors for applications related to various property tax relief programs. These include exemptions for veterans, long-term homeowners, and those living in owner-occupied properties. In a conversation with Dixie Huxtable, the Converse County Clerk and Legislative Chair of the Wyoming County Assessor Association, we explored […]
Global end of ‘de minimis’ exemptions on Friday: What does it signify?
The exemption from duties for packages sent to the US valued under $800 is set to come to an end this week. In July, President Trump enacted a Presidential Order to suspend the “de minimis” tax exemption, leading to an increase in mail carriers globally. Subsequently, package delivery to the US has faced a suspension. […]
Judge halts wide exemptions to birth control mandate by Trump administration
Federal Court Blocks Trump’s Birth Control Exemption Rules A recent ruling has overturned the Trump administration’s exemption rules regarding birth control coverage mandated by the Affordable Care Act. This requirement, which aimed to ensure that all employers provide health plans covering birth control, was deemed arbitrary and beyond the authority under which it was enacted. […]
Trump Proposes Total Tariff on Computer Chips, Provides Exemptions for U.S. Investments
Trump to Impose 100% Tariffs on Imported Computer Chips President Donald Trump has unveiled a controversial trade policy aimed at imported computer chips. During a White House event, he announced plans for a 100% tariff on all chips coming into the United States. However, he did mention that businesses willing to invest in domestic facilities […]
Stock futures rise after Trump’s chip tariffs include wide exemptions: Live updates
Stock Futures Rally on New Tariffs Announcement On August 6, 2025, a trader is seen working on the New York Stock Exchange floor. Stock futures climbed on Thursday, primarily driven by technology stocks, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of new tariffs and a varied set of exemptions. Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased […]