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24 snips
Jul 25, 2025 • 19min

The OBBBA and Beyond: House Republican Details GOP Tax Agenda

A House Ways and Means Committee member discusses the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and its significance for the GOP's tax agenda. The evolution of clean energy tax credits is scrutinized, along with innovations in sustainable aviation fuel. International tax policy, especially post-G7 agreements, reveals potential impacts on U.S. trade. The need for bipartisanship in tax discussions shines through, with contrasting priorities between parties and the importance of communicating with constituents. A balanced approach to economic growth and IRS reforms is also emphasized.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 25min

House Taxwriter Talks Democratic Priorities, Responds to OBBBA

Steven Horsford, a US Representative from Nevada and a key member of the House Ways and Means Committee, dives into the New Democrat Coalition's tax strategies. He discusses a new tax framework aimed at bolstering working families and small businesses. The conversation highlights the need to revamp tax policies impacting tipped workers, scrutinizes recent gambling tax changes, and advocates for bipartisan solutions that prioritize healthcare, education, and equitable tax reforms for the middle class.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 21min

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: What Made the Final Cut?

Cady Stanton and Katie Lobosco, both Capitol Hill reporters for Tax Notes, delve into the intricate journey of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. They discuss pivotal provisions, highlighting the dramatic legislative maneuvers during the July recess and the significant role of the House Freedom Caucus. The chat gets spicy as they explore the repercussions of removing the controversial revenge tax. The duo also predicts the bill's fiscal impact, estimating a potential deficit rise of $3.4 to $4.5 trillion, and examines the polarized political responses.
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Jul 4, 2025 • 31min

Artificial Intelligence and State Tax Agencies

Emily Hollingsworth, a Tax Notes reporter, and Ryan Minnick, COO at the Federation of Tax Administrators, delve into the growing role of artificial intelligence in state tax agencies. They discuss California's innovative AI initiatives aimed at enhancing taxpayer support and improving operational efficiency. The conversation highlights challenges of balancing transparency with data security, the importance of training staff, and insights from a survey on AI adoption for fraud detection. Their insights reveal how state agencies are navigating this technological transformation.
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Jun 27, 2025 • 10min

Privacy vs. Policing: Treasury’s Tax Information Sharing Deal

Send us a textTax Notes investigations editor Lauren Loricchio discusses Treasury’s information sharing agreement with the Department of Homeland Security and its implications for immigrants. Read Loricchio's full story in Tax Notes, "Information Sharing Deal Complicates Immigrant Return Filing."For more on what's been happening at the IRS, check out our previous episodes:Past IRS Commissioners Analyze Agency Changes Under TrumpIRS Automated Guidance: Pros and ConsBehind the Story: Investigating the Faults in the IRS's FOIA SystemThe Latest at the IRS: Personnel Changes, More Staff ReductionsFollow us on X:Lauren Loricchio: @LaurenLoricchioDavid Stewart: @TaxStewTax Notes: @TaxNotes**Have you or a peer made a lasting impact on state and local tax policy? Nominations for the 2025 Tax Analysts State and Local Tax Award of Distinction are open. For more information or to nominate someone, go to taxnotes.co/awards.***CreditsHost: David D. StewartExecutive Producers: Jasper B. Smith, Paige JonesProducers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton RhodesAudio Engineers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton Rhodes
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Jun 20, 2025 • 22min

International Tax in the Reconciliation Bill: House Versus Senate

Jonathan Samford, President and CEO of the Global Business Alliance, and Kevin Klein, Senior VP of Government Affairs at the same organization, dive into the complexities of the proposed international tax provisions of the reconciliation bill. They examine the contentious Section 899 retaliatory tax, potential impacts on job creation, and the alarming implications for international businesses. Their discussion highlights the stark differences between the House and Senate's approaches, emphasizing concerns over U.S. competitiveness and the financial burden on taxpayers.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 25min

In the Zone: Changes to Opportunity Zones in the House Budget Bill

Send us a textJessica Millett of Hogan Lovells discusses the proposed changes to the Opportunity Zone program under the House version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and how the Senate might react.For more on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, check out our previous episodes:One Big Beautiful Bill: Breaking Down the House Tax PackageThe House Budget Bill’s Clean Energy Tax Credit ChangesFor more coverage, read the following in Tax Notes:Several Tax Issues Remain Unresolved for Senate RepublicansAnalysis: New Opportunities for Opportunity Zones in the Big Beautiful BillFollow us on X:Marie Sapirie: @mariesapirieDavid Stewart: @TaxStewTax Notes: @TaxNotes**Have you or a peer made a lasting impact on state and local tax policy? Nominations for the 2025 Tax Analysts State and Local Tax Award of Distinction are open. For more information or to nominate someone, go to taxnotes.co/awards.***CreditsHost: David D. StewartExecutive Producers: Jasper B. Smith, Paige JonesProducers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton RhodesAudio Engineers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton Rhodes
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Jun 6, 2025 • 36min

Past IRS Commissioners Analyze Agency Changes Under Trump

In this engaging discussion, former IRS Commissioners Daniel Werfel and Larry Gibbs share valuable insights into the agency's past and future. They tackle the significant challenges of workforce downsizing and the impact of budget cuts on taxpayer compliance. The conversation also explores the integration of AI in tax administration, emphasizing the delicate balance of automation and security. With a focus on enhancing taxpayer trust, they discuss the need for modernization within the agency amidst evolving operational demands.
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May 30, 2025 • 19min

One Big Beautiful Bill: Breaking Down the House Tax Package

Cady Stanton and Katie Lobosco, Capitol Hill reporters for Tax Notes, dive into the final version of the House’s reconciliation bill. They break down the key updates and last-minute tweaks in the tax package, highlighting political dynamics as it shifts to the Senate. The discussion touches on the potential fiscal impacts, with projections of nearly $3 trillion in deficits over the next decade. They also explore the timeline for Senate actions and the broader implications of these legislative maneuvers on tax policy.
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May 23, 2025 • 29min

The House Budget Bill’s Clean Energy Tax Credit Changes

Send us a textJenny Speck with Vinson & Elkins discusses the clean energy tax credits in the House’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, including last-minute changes to the House Rules Committee’s version. For more coverage, read the following in Tax Notes:House Advances $3.8 Trillion Tax Bill; Faces Rewrite in SenateDemocratic Dads Say Tax Bill Would Pass Debt Burden to KidsClean Energy Industry Seeks Edits to Tax BillAnalysis: The Future of IRA Credit Transfers: Predictions From the First YearFollow us on X:Marie Sapirie: @mariesapirieDavid Stewart: @TaxStewTax Notes: @TaxNotes**Have you or a peer made a lasting impact on state and local tax policy? Nominations for the 2025 Tax Analysts State and Local Tax Award of Distinction are open. For more information or to nominate someone, go to taxnotes.co/awards.***CreditsHost: David D. StewartExecutive Producers: Jasper B. Smith, Paige JonesProducers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton RhodesAudio Engineers: Jordan Parrish, Peyton Rhodes

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