Taxes

 Alabama hoping for more film production and revenue in state

January 27, 2013 

Alabama hoping for more film production and revenue in state

It's still too early to tell what effect recent legislation will have on Alabama's ability to attract film and television production companies. But if you ask Kathy Faulk, director of the Alabama Film Office, the marquee might as well read "Welcome to Alabama."

 Tax credit for historic preservation to be reviewed

January 27, 2013 

Tax credit for historic preservation to be reviewed

U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar said in Detroit Friday that he has ordered a review of rules governing the use of historic preservation tax credits with a view to making the credits easier to use in cities like Detroit.

 Nebraska governor wants to end sales tax exemptions for agriculture

January 24, 2013 

Nebraska governor wants to end sales tax exemptions for agriculture

Nebraska's individual and business taxes would be eliminated under a new tax plan outlined by Gov. Dave Heineman on Jan. 18. To make up for lost income tax revenue, the plan would end sales tax exemptions on products from agricultural machinery and chemicals to medicine and medical equipment.