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The Case for Fundamental Tax Reform in Illinois: Why We Need a Graduated State Income Tax

The Case for Fundamental Tax Reform in Illinois

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May 23, 2012

Presentation on why Illinois needs tax reform, and the case for a graduated income tax.

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Topics:Tax and Budget, Income Tax, Revenue Policy

Tags:State Budget, Taxes, Deficit, Graduated Income Tax, Illinois Economy, Tax Expenditures, State Pensions, General Fund, Medicaid

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