Where do taxes go
In 2023, approximately this much of the budget made from tax dollars paid for national defense activities such as military personnel, weapons, or maintenance?
806 Billion
Which Grammy-winning musician and actor owed millions of dollars to the IRS in the 1990s?
Willie Nelson
In what year was the federal estate tax, which allows the transfer of wealth upon death, first introduced in the US?
1916
This state has America’s largest oil reserves and relies heavily on taxes imposed on its extraction.
Alaska
Which level of government is responsible for determining tax rates and policies related to vehicle registration and licensing fees?
State government
This government agency, receives funding to enforce environmental regulations, conduct research, and protect natural resources.
EPA
This famous MTV star nicknamed ‘The Situation’, reportedly pleaded guilty to tax evasion on nearly 9 million dollars in earnings.
Mike Sorrentino
During which presidency was the largest tax cut in US history implemented that reduced the top tax rate from 70% to 28%?
With its motto: Live free or die, this state has no sales tax on goods or services but has higher property taxes and other fees?
New Hampshire
Which level of government has the authority to regulate taxes on interstate commerce?
Federal Government
These are taxes paid on the wages and salaries of employees to finance social insurance programs, as well as social security and medicare
What is the reported amount of unpaid taxes and debt that Donald Trump needs to pay as of 2024?
467 Million
Which President signed the Revenue Act of 1862, establishing the first progressive income tax?
Residents of this state pay the highest gas tax per gallon in the country.
California
Which level of government primarily relies on sales tax and property tax?
State government