Alaska weighs income tax as oil revenue falls
Alaska considers reinstating the income tax to cover a 1.1 billion budget gap amid falling oil revenue. Governor Knowles seeks 400 million in new taxes, including an 18 percent tax on federal liability, plus alcohol and cruise- ship passenger taxes.
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Rogers under scrutiny for state funds use in campaign
Colorado Lt. Gov. Joe Rogers faces state audit over at least 55 000 in state money spent on campaign items including a wife phone boombox and office telephones plus 4956 for news video and 34445 to consultants. Rogers admits improper phone use pledges to repay and review invoices.
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