John Spry's Blog

Dear Chairman Davids and Members of the House Tax Committee:

I have some concerns about H.F. 848 because it has the potential to become a better bill that would further expand economic prosperity, simplify the tax code, and move Minnesota in the positive direction of treating equally situated taxpayers equally. The views expressed herein are solely those of the author and do not represent the views of the State of Minnesota or the University of St. Thomas. My testimony and all errors are my own.

Here are 35 ways that you can improve H.D. 848 and turn it into one of the “greatest hits” of Minnesota tax policy:

1. Broaden the tax base and lower the tax rates.
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I would be happy to work around my teaching schedule to help the committee draft amendments to broaden the tax base and lower tax rates for all Minnesota taxpayers.