Democrats try, try again with tax reform

[fight4my3sons]

Democratic leaders in the Legislature are planning a push for tax reform this session, revamping an earlier proposal to the chagrin of some Republicans who say it doesn’t do enough to reduce the tax burden on Maine citizens at a time when they really need it.

The core of the Democrats’ plan is reducing the state’s top income tax rate while broadening the sales tax to include more discretionary items and some services. The proposal, which is still under development, would also provide a tax credit for lower-income Mainers to ensure they are not hurt by the new flat-rate system.

more at link:

http://knox.villagesoup.com/Government/story.cfm?storyID=148315

[mainegreen]

1. Reducing the top income tax and broadening the sales tax?

:wtf:

[Angsty]

2. Hmmm....

how much do you have to earn to be in the top tax bracket in Maine?