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This bill represents a monumental shift in how the U.S. government collects money, moving from a system based largely on income and wealth to one based on consumption. If this becomes law, Americans would no longer file annual tax returns with the IRS, which would cease to exist. Instead, the cost of government would be embedded in the prices of goods and services. This could fundamentally change personal financial decisions, potentially encouraging saving and investing (which wouldn't be taxed) over spending (which would).
Voters should care because this change would affect everyone's wallet and lifestyle. It could impact the cost of living, how businesses operate, and the overall economy. Without federal income or payroll taxes, the cost of goods and services would rise due to the new sales tax. If the bill doesn't become law, the current federal income, payroll, and estate/gift tax system would remain in place, with the IRS continuing its functions. The debate over this bill centers on fairness, economic growth, and the role of government in taxation.
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This bill represents a monumental shift in how the U.S. government collects money, moving from a system based largely on income and wealth to one based on consumption. If this becomes law, Americans would no longer file annual tax returns with the IRS, which would cease to exist. Instead, the cost of government would be embedded in the prices of goods and services. This could fundamentally change personal financial decisions, potentially encouraging saving and investing (which wouldn't be taxed) over spending (which would).
Voters should care because this change would affect everyone's wallet and lifestyle. It could impact the cost of living, how businesses operate, and the overall economy. Without federal income or payroll taxes, the cost of goods and services would rise due to the new sales tax. If the bill doesn't become law, the current federal income, payroll, and estate/gift tax system would remain in place, with the IRS continuing its functions. The debate over this bill centers on fairness, economic growth, and the role of government in taxation.
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