Crazy Taxes
What began as bitter blood has turned into a lucrative source of state funding. States realized that the taxing of performers and other entertainers can generate serious revenue. California first imposed this tax in 1991, after the Chicago Bulls beat the LA Lakers in the finals. The money stars made on those games was officially subjected to the California State Income Tax.
What is Jock Tax.
The Revenue Act of 1861 was the first time this type of tax was levied?
What is Income Tax.
This person said "but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes?"
Who is Benjamin Franklin.
This ancient civilization revered the tax professional as the most noble person in society?
What is Greece.
This county has the highest property taxes in the country.
What is Westchester County (New York)
Although it sounds ludicrous, this tax of 1696 was actually a relatively ingenious way of imposing an income tax on the rich without ever calling it that. Affecting England, Scotland, and Great Britain, in the 18th and 19th centuries, this tax on was actually meant as a tax on wealth. People with nicer more expensive homes usually paid this tax.
What is Window Tax.
In what year did April 15 become "Tax Day"?
What is 1955.
This American Gangster said "They can't collect legal taxes from illegal money."
Who is Al Capone.
The average American gets about how much back from their tax refund each year?
What is $3,000.
These 2 states have no state or local sales tax.
What is Oregon and Alaska.
There’s a reason why Alabama is not known for its casinos, and this tax may be it. Alabama is the only state in the union to issue a 10-cent tax when purchasing this item within the state. Nevertheless, Alabama citizens enjoy the revenue that is produced for highways and playgrounds that come from this tax.
What is Playing Card Tax.
Prior to the American Revolution, the English Parliament passed the Townshend Acts, which imposed taxes on the import of this item.
What is Tea.
This American Banker said "You must pay taxes. But there's no law that says you gotta leave a tip."
Who is Morgan Stanley.
Tax day was not originally April 15. When the modern federal income tax was established what date did lawmakers set as the looming deadline.
What is March 1st.
This state had the lowest tax burden in the U.S. in 2021, though it was also one of the least affordable states to live in.
What is Alaska.
According to Maine, the production of this wild item is one of the most important agricultural industries in their state, making it necessary to protect it with a tax. The state of Maine gets a penny and a half per pound, keeping business in this field in check.
What is Blueberry Tax.
This Constitutional Amendment opened the door for a federal income tax?
What is the 16th Amendment.
This genius said ""The hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax."
Who is Albert Einstein
In this year, the federal government of the United States had a tax surplus of around $30 million dollars.
What is 1836.
What are 3 of the 9 states that do not tax earned income.
What are Alaska, Florida, Nevada, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wyoming, and New Hampshire.
Coming from Chicago, this tax has as much to do with semantics as it does chemistry. Who can blame them for taxing something irresistible? If this item is prepared without flour they are therefore taxed an additional 5.25% merchandise rate.
What is Candy Tax.
The Internal Revenue Service Form 1040, which U.S. taxpayers use to file their annual income tax returns, has been used since what year?
What is 1913.
This comedian said "You don't pay taxes--they take taxes."
Who is Chris Rock.
This was the top income tax rate during World War I.
What is 25%
This city is one of the wealthiest cities in America and carries the highest overall tax rate in the nation.
What is Bridgeport, Connecticut