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Flat Tax Debate in Montana | Missoula News
Montana’s governor is pushing a bold new flat tax plan—4.7%—backed by a Tax Foundation analysis that predicts big economic wins: $525 million in added GDP, 2,400 new jobs, and $642 more in after-tax income per resident. But critics warn it could slash state revenue by $210 million upfront, while Democrats argue it’s a windfall for the wealthy and risks gutting vital services like schools and Medicaid. With Montana already simplifying its tax code from seven brackets to two, the debate rages over whether this move will fuel long-term growth—or leave public needs underfunded. Listen in…
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