Legislation August 20, 2026
Husted Introduces Bill to Let Homebuyers Tap 529 Savings for Down Payments
U.S. Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) has introduced legislation that would let first-time homebuyers use unused college savings toward a down payment.
Taxes April 29, 2025
Low-Income Housing Credit Bill Back in the Mix for Federal Tax Package
A bipartisan duo is reintroducing a popular measure this week that would expand the low-income housing tax credit with an eye toward including it in Republicans’ budget reconciliation package.
Taxes April 28, 2025
Trump’s Poll Numbers Drop Near 100-Day Mark, Raising Tax-Plan Stakes
Voter discontent with President Donald Trump’s economic stewardship is sinking his popularity as he approaches the symbolic 100-day mark of his second term, ratcheting up pressure on congressional Republicans to pass his tax plan.
Taxes April 25, 2025
Poll Says Trump Should Slow His Roll on Tax Hike Talk
President Donald Trump has said he's open to the idea of raising taxes, particularly on America's top earners; however, a recent poll shows voters are concerned about the prospect of tax hikes and would like to see Trump's 2017 tax cuts kept in place.
Taxes April 24, 2025
First-Quarter Tax Lobbying Explodes as Reconciliation Package Looms
There were more than 300 new lobbying registrations—disclosures firms file when they acquire new clients—citing tax policy issues, up more than 200% compared to the first quarter last year and more than 260% compared to the previous quarter.
Taxes April 15, 2025
Here’s How Many Millions IRS Workers Owe in Back Taxes
New legislation proposed by Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA), called the "Audit the IRS Act," is aimed at ensuring that IRS employees are up to date with their taxes.
Taxes April 10, 2025
House Republicans Approve Trump Budget Plan
President Donald Trump is pushing for what he has branded as “one big, beautiful bill,” including all major planks of his agenda for tax cuts, mass deportations, and a smaller federal government.
Taxes April 8, 2025
Republicans Float Idea of a Top Tax Rate of 40% for Millionaires
Republicans are reportedly mulling the idea of creating a new top tax rate that would be around 39% to 40% as a way to offset some of the costs of their tax package.
Taxes April 7, 2025
Trump Tax Cut, Debt Limit Plan Advances Despite Tariff Turmoil
The Senate passed a measure April 5 that allows congressional Republicans to craft legislation to extend Trump’s 2017 tax cuts for individuals and closely held businesses that expire at the end of 2025.
Taxes April 2, 2025
Washington Gov. Ferguson Says He Won’t Sign a State Budget with a New ‘Wealth Tax’
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on April 1 panned budget plans by legislative Democrats for relying on "far too much in taxes," including a new wealth tax he warned could be overturned by courts.
Taxes March 19, 2025
Child Tax Credits, a Longtime Liberal Priority, Find Favor in Republican States
If an Indiana or Ohio bill passes, it would mark the first time a GOP-led state implemented a refundable child tax credit.
Taxes March 18, 2025
2025 Tax Changes Could Upend Clients’ Financial Goals, CFPs Warn
With key Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions set to expire at the end of this year, most Certified Financial Planner professionals say clients' retirement and financial plans could be at risk, according to new research by the CFP Board.
Legislation March 12, 2025
House Passes Funding Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown
But with most Democrats opposed and 60 votes needed in the Senate to avoid a filibuster, it is unclear if the measure has the support needed in that chamber to pass.