Millionaire’s Tax

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)

N.J. Lawmakers Say They Will Not Consider Christie Tax-Cut Plan

There was drama at the statehouse on Monday. Governor Chris Christie called a special joint session of the Legislature to ask Democrats to pass a tax-cut plan they actually sponsored.

2012/07/02

New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli (file / credit: Comptroller's Office)

DiNapoli: Economic View Shaky As Cuomo Prepares Budget

As Gov. Andrew Cuomo plans to present his budget proposal for the coming fiscal year, a state financial report shows the boomlet that appeared briefly in the spring has fizzled.

2012/01/16

Gov. Cuomo Vows To Rewrite Tax Code, Recreate New York State’s Middle Class

If you’re among the very, very rich in New York you’ll have to dig deeper to pay the tax man, but for everyone else — and that means most of us – Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants to cut your taxes. It’s hard to believe, but that’s what he’s looking to do.

2011/11/30

Gov. Andrew Cuomo speaks - Albany, NY - Oct 17, 2011 (credit: Governor's Office)

Calls Continue For Gov. Cuomo To Extend Millionaire’s Tax

Gov. Andrew Cuomo is hearing it from upstate and downstate. Protesters, politicians, and union leaders want him to extend the millionaire’s tax.

2011/10/25

Gov. Andrew Cuomo Stands Against Millionaire’s Tax

The push for a higher tax on New Yorkers making more than $1 million a year is getting fresh life with a new poll showing overwhelming support, a high-profile rally on Monday and the strengthening Occupy Wall Street protest in New York City.

2011/10/18

Sen. Schumer Expresses Reservations About President Obama’s Tax Plan

President Barack Obama headed to New York on Monday afternoon, just hours after rolling out his controversial plan to raise taxes. The battle is on over how to cut America’s staggering deficit.

2011/09/19