Tax Reform
Learn about the latest tax reform developments and their potential impact on your clients' income, portfolios and financial plans more broadly.
Obama Threatens to Veto Bonus Depreciation Extension
By Melanie WaddellBonus depreciation was never intended to be a permanent corporate giveaway, the Obama administration said as the House passed a bill to make it permanent.
June 27, 2014
Andy Friedman: Why Tax Reform’s Not Happening Anytime SoonThe Washington Update's Andy Friedman explains the principles and high political hurdles to comprehensive tax reform, last achieved in 1986 under President Reagan.
June 09, 2014
Senate Finance Gears Up for Tax Reform HearingsUpcoming committee hearings to look at education tax incentives, ID theft and taxpayer privacy.
June 02, 2014
90% of Taxpayers Say Investment Income Should Be Taxed Like WagesIn addition, most Americans say corporations should pay higher taxes than individuals, a WalletHub survey found.
May 30, 2014
House Panel Advances Tax Extenders PackageBonus depreciation, also known as bonus expensing, allows all businesses to immediately deduct 50% of investment in equipment and software.
May 28, 2014
Making Bonus Depreciation Permanent to Be Debated by House PanelMaking bonus depreciation permanent is the best option to spur investment, lift wages, grow the economy, create jobs and increase federal revenue, says Tax Foundation.
April 04, 2014
Senate Finance Approves Tax ExtendersThe Senate Finance Committee on Thursday approved a bill to renew more than 50 tax breaks that have expired or will expire at year-end.
April 01, 2014
Senate Finance Sets Thursday to Debate Tax BreaksThe Senate Finance Committee will mark up a bill Thursday on a set of tax breaks that have expired or will expire at year-end.