State of Alaska Archives: on Tax Reform
Al Gross:
Voted for Trump tax cuts
Q: Support Trump administration's $1.9 trillion tax cuts?Dan Sullivan: Voted yes on Trump tax cuts and Jobs Act.
Al Gross: No position found on Trump tax cuts.
Source: CampusElect on 2020 Alaska Senate race
Oct 10, 2020
Bill Walker:
Proposes modest increase in income tax
I'm proposing a modest income tax linked to the federal income tax. It amounts to less than 1 percent of the gross income for the average Alaskan. We selected an income tax over a sales tax for a couple of reasons. We wanted out-of-state
workers who commute back and forth to Alaska to contribute to the solution. We also were sensitive to local governments that already have a sales tax. We didn't want to stack a state sales tax on top of a local sales tax.
Source: 2016 State of the State speech to Alaska legislature
Jan 21, 2016
Bill Walker:
Increase on alcohol and tobacco tax
We are also proposing an increase to the alcohol and tobacco tax. I think of these as user fees. Alaskans are free to make their own choices,
but there are significant public health and safety costs related to alcohol and tobacco use. These hit our general fund hard, and these taxes help offset those costs.
Source: 2016 State of the State speech to Alaska legislature
Jan 21, 2016
Cean Stevens:
Business taxes and individual property taxes are too high
Q: Taxation on industries in Alaska is... higher than it should be, about right; or lower than it should be?A: Generally higher than it should be.
Q: Taxation on individual citizens in Alaska is... higher than it should be, about right; or lower than it should be?
A: Property taxes are way too high
Source: Alaska Dispatch News on 2016 Alaska Senate race
Oct 29, 2014
Charlie Huggins:
Maintain status on taxes, no new surprises
No new statewide tax measures. New taxes require a vote of the people. Do not be deceived by bureaucratic fancy wrappers attempting to take your money...
(e.g. "This isn't an income tax. This is a payroll or a wage deduction tax.")
Source: 2018 Alaska Gubernatorial website Huggins2018.com
Nov 7, 2017
Christopher Kurka:
Lower taxes & fees on small businesses and individuals
Kurka said he would work to cut what he called wasteful spending and to lower taxes on small businesses and individuals.
He said that state license and permit fees are taxes.
Source: Alaska Public Media on 2022 Alaska Gubernatorial race
Nov 29, 2021
Dan Sullivan:
Cutting taxes will start to turn economy around
It's tax reform, so middle class families bring in more take home pay. Lowering tax rates for small businesses. Making our bigger corporations more competitive. Right now they pay the highest corporate tax almost of any country in the industrialized
world. It's also a federal government that now wants to help us develop our resources, grow our economy. It's the combination of all of these things that I think is going to start to turn our economy around, but we've got to do it.
Source: KTUU 2-NBC on 2020 Alaska Senate race
Sep 24, 2014
Dan Sullivan:
Lowering taxes is a major win for country
This Tax Day, President Donald J. Trump and Members of Congress are highlighting the benefits of historic tax cuts and reforms for American families and businesses. PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP said, "Tuesday is a day hardworking Americans may dread
more than any other. Tax Day. But we are changing Tax Day for Americans across the country. This is the last year Americans will fill out outdated, complicated tax forms. In the years ahead, many Americans will complete their taxes on a simple, single
sheet of paper."
SEN. DAN SULLIVAN (R-AK) said, "Simply put, the tax bill is a major win for Alaska and for our country. The less money that Washington takes from the private sector, the more Alaskans can put toward creating business opportunities and
hiring workers. The more money Alaskans have in their paychecks, the more they can save for their kids' college, pay off bills, take a much needed vacation, or circulate that money in our local economy."
Source: White House press release on 2020 Alaska Senate race
Apr 17, 2018
Joe Miller:
Eliminate income tax; support the FairTax
Miller indicated the following federal tax levels for each category: - Eliminate Alcohol, Cigarette, & Gasoline taxes
- Eliminate Capital gains taxes
- Eliminate Corporate taxes
- Eliminate Income taxes
- Miller adds, "I support the fair ta
to get the nation's economy moving again. We've lost our competitive advantage in the global marketplace, and we must simplify our tax code and lower our taxes on businesses, so there will be incentive to invest and grow here."
Source: Alaska Congressional Election 2010 Political Courage Test
Sep 9, 2010
Kelly Tshibaka:
Make Trump cuts permanent, extend business tax exemptions
When government grows, freedom shrinks. And when freedom grows, government shrinks.
I support making the Trump tax cuts permanent and will work to extend business tax exemptions.
Source: 2022 Alaska Senate campaign website KellyForAK.com
Jan 4, 2022
Mary Peltola:
Will fight to renew the expanded child tax credit
The expanded child tax credit reduced child poverty by
over 40 percent. I will fight to renew the credit.
Source: 2022 Alaska House campaign website MaryPeltola.com
Sep 1, 2022
Mary Peltola:
Taxes on the wealthiest Americans should be raised
Asked at the Kenai forum about addressing the federal deficit, Begich said the answer is reducing spending. Peltola said taxes on the wealthiest
Americans should be raised -- "I happen to be in the highest paying tax bracket, and I am not a millionaire," she quipped.
Source: Anchorage Daily News on 2022 Alaska House incumbent
Aug 8, 2022
Matthew Corey:
Eliminate inheritance taxes; no state income tax
Indicate the tax levels you will support:- Maintain Status on Corporate taxes
- Slightly Increase Gasoline taxes
- Eliminate Inheritance taxes
Q: Should Alaska implement a statewide sales tax to help alleviate the budget deficit?
A: No.
Q: Should Alaska implement a state income tax to help alleviate the budget deficit?
A: No.
Q: Do you support spending a portion of the Permanent Fund earnings to help alleviate the budget deficit?
A: No.
Source: VoteSmart Alaska 2002 National Political Awareness Test
Nov 1, 2002
Mead Treadwell:
Signed Taxpayer Protection Pledge
According to a press release from Mead Treadwell's campaign for lieutenant governor, the candidate signed a pledge "to oppose and veto any and all efforts to increase taxes" in front of the audience gathered for the Mat-Su Republican Women's Club
candidates forum on Saturday. The so-called "Taxpayer Protection Pledge" is part of a national effort conducted by the group Americans for Tax Reform. After Treadwell signed the promise, he urged his Republican primary opponents, Jay Ramras and
Eddie Burke, to do the same. "Eddie Burke accepted and signed but Jay Ramras did not," reports the press release. Take it for what you will, but we admit this pledge has us confused about who exactly protects taxpayers.
We always thought law enforcement officers, firefighters and members of the military protected taxpayers, but now it appears political candidates do.
Source: Alaska Dispatch, "Taxpayer Protection Pledge"
May 24, 2010
Mead Treadwell:
Invest Permanent Fund to create dividends instead of taxes
The first thing I would say is that we have made a change so that we are using part of the Permanent Fund income for avoiding taxes. I want to have a full dividend, make sure that we're not taking from the dividend, but I have championed the
POMV (percent of market value) concept as a member of Commonwealth North's board, as president of Commonwealth North, since 2007.
And what that means is, you build the Permanent Fund as big as you can build it. You take just 5 percent of it every year, that's exactly what the Gates Foundation does, the Ford Foundation does. We take that 5 percent, say if it's a
$70 billion Permanent Fund, that's $3.5 billion. You inflation proof and then split the difference between the dividend--and it will be a growing dividend, not a capped dividend--and avoiding taxes.
Source: Anchorage Daily News on 2018 Alaska gubernatorial race
Aug 16, 2018
Mike Dunleavy:
No change in taxes without a vote of the People
I will introduce three constitutional amendments, which will be the foundation of a permanent fiscal plan. If we wish to win the People's trust, we must trust the People. This fiscal plan is empowered by the People, for the People:- First, a
spending limit and savings plan that will keep politicians from spending every penny we have, one that allows us to save excess revenue when possible for future Alaskans.
- Second, there should be no change to the PFD without a vote of the people.
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The third constitutional amendment will call for no change in taxes without a vote of the People.
These three constitutional amendments will require that both the people of Alaska and their elected officials
work closely together to secure our future. The People are the key to a permanent fiscal plan. Without the People's support, any plan put in place by the Legislature will always be in doubt.
Source: 2019 State of the State address to the Alaska legislature
Jan 22, 2019
Mike Dunleavy:
Any new broad-base tax must be approved by Alaska people
Creating generational opportunities starts with getting our fiscal house in order. First, we must implement a spending cap that works--that causes government to pass budgets it can afford. Second, any new, broad-based tax must be approved by the Alaskan
people. We must ensure the people are partners in any taxation and spending plan going forward. Finally, we must guarantee there is a dividend for future generations and that the Earnings Reserve and integrity of the fund is protected forever.
Source: 2021 State of the State Address to the Alaska legislature
Jan 28, 2021
Sarah Palin:
Repeal "nuisance taxes" including the tire tax
To help Alaska's families, and small businesses (the backbone of our local economies), I propose to repeal "nuisance taxes" including the tire tax--we shouldn't make Alaskans pay a premium to keep families safe driving Alaska's roads. And we'll
significantly reduce business license fees. Taxes which send the wrong message by financially discouraging our small businesses.
Source: 2007 State of the State Address to 24th Alaska Legislature
Jan 17, 2007
Sarah Palin:
$60M annually for municipal revenue sharing
Governor Sarah Palin today thanked legislators for their efforts in passing Senate Bill 72. SB 72, pertaining to municipal revenue sharing, sets up a structure for distributing $60 million each year to local governments for the next three years."As a
former mayor and city council member, it is my belief that services are best provided at the most local level possible," Governor Palin said. "I am pleased that Senate members have committed to fund municipal revenue sharing for the next three years.
They took our proposal and made it better, and I appreciate them for working together to accomplish this."
Under municipal revenue sharing, the state distributes funds to the municipalities of Alaska. The local entities have discretionary use
of the funds, which can be used for a variety of purposes such as providing larger communities the ability to offer tax relief to its residents and providing smaller communities with funds to help support basic municipal services.
Source: Alaska Governor's Office: press release, "Senate Bill 72"
Mar 12, 2008
Sarah Palin:
Eliminate taxes that inhibit business
I will propose reducing or eliminating burdensome taxes on our citizens like business license fees and the tire tax. After our citizens, our state treasure is our commonly-owned natural resources.
Fifty years ago, our Constitution's founders established lofty goals and ironclad promises to be self-sufficient and self-determined wise use of resources.
Source: 2008 State of the State Address to 25th Alaska Legislature
Jan 15, 2008
Sean Randall Parnell:
Suspend the state motor fuel tax since we have enough money
Where the State of Alaska has enough money to get by, we ought to return some of it to the people. That is why I proposed suspending the state motor fuel tax for two years.
The state's road maintenance money is in no way tied to the amount of the fuel tax. So where the state can responsibly give the people's money back, we ought to do it.
Source: Alaska 2010 State of the State Address
Jan 20, 2010
Sean Randall Parnell:
Meaningful tax reform; cut spending by $856M
We will be wise stewards of our citizens' money. I have proposed a balanced budget that holds the line on government spending, so we can add nearly $4 billion to our savings accounts for future years. This budget reduces total expenditures by
$856 million without shortchanging important investments. It includes more than $1 billion for infrastructure projects; it forces agencies to save where they can--eliminating 288 vacant positions--so we can spend where we must.Tonight
I'm asking each of you to vote yes on meaningful tax reform. The logic is clear: Meaningful tax reform means Alaska will have a more competitive economy. A more competitive Alaska economy means more investment in Alaska. More investment in
Alaska means more oil production. And more oil production means a bigger economic pie for Alaskans. In addition to lowering taxes, we are working to increase oil production by streamlining the State's permitting processes.
Source: Alaska 2012 State of the State Address
Jan 18, 2012
Sean Randall Parnell:
Eliminate progressivity & create a simpler 25% tax
Our laws give tax credits based on how much money companies spend in oil fields, not based on how much of that spending leads to production. While Alaskans haven't always seen eye to eye on these issues, we can all see the obvious:
Unless we restore balance to our tax system, our oil fields will become obsolete. We must make reforms--and we must make them now. Waiting only makes this problem worse.
By eliminating progressivity, and rebalancing capital tax credit payments, we can create a simpler 25 percent tax. Gone will be the old arguments about what qualifies for the capital expenditure credits. Gone will be the need to calculate
progressivity each month.
What will remain will be a more balanced, more competitive, and more predictable tax system, one with greater protections for Alaskans at lower oil prices, in exchange for lower taxes at higher oil prices.
Source: 2013 State of the State address to 28th Alaska Legislature
Jan 16, 2013
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