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Compromise in the works on banning tax on food
Republicans in the Legislature are bouncing back a vetoed proposal from 2023 that would cut “essential” food items from being taxed by cities, but a potential amendment to the measure may gain the support of cities and towns.
Measure to eliminate cities’ ability to tax food heads to Hobbs
A Republican proposal to cut sales tax imposed on groceries by some cities passed its final hurdle in the Arizona Legislature, but it may meet a veto stamp on the ninth floor.
Taxpayers shouldn’t feel bubbly about taxing sugary beverages
Taxpayers across the nation have felt the draining effects more taxes have on their wallet and their community. Another tax is not the responsible nor reliable method to fund Arizona’s education system.
Phoenix to begin phasing out ‘emergency’ sales tax on food
The nation’s sixth-largest city is ready to begin phasing out an “emergency” sales tax on food that was added in 2010 to address a massive budget deficit.
Phoenix City Council votes to keep food tax
The 2 percent Phoenix food tax is staying after the City Council voted to keep the tax in place.
