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President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans are promising that their sweeping tax and spending cuts package will usher in an era of historic economic growth.
Far more Americans oppose the legislation than favor it. Nearly half (49%) oppose it, while 29% favor it. Another 21% are not sure.
Hungary is targeting a budget deficit of 3.7% of output next year, compared with an estimated 4.1% gap in 2025. The European Commission sees the shortfall at 4.6% this year, rising to 4.7% in 2026.
Florida legislators pass a $115.1 billion budget after a delayed session, with tax cuts and state employee raises included.
EDP Renovaveis , the world's fourth-largest wind energy producer, will stick to its goal of installing up to 1.75 gigawatts of new capacity in the U.S. by the end of 2026 even if tax credits for renewables are phased out,
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Included in a Republican tax cut plan advancing in the Legislature is a provision to shield some retirement income from Wisconsin income taxes.
How it works is homeowners can shave $140,000 off the taxable value of their home when paying school district property taxes. In theory, a home worth $140,000 would no longer be required to pay school property taxes, which often make up the largest portion of a homeowner’s tax bill.
Senate Republicans hope to pass the "big, beautiful bill" by July 4th. It will then go back to the House for consideration.