The federal government uses the income tax for general federal purposes. It is not designated for any specific purpose. Revenues from the tax can be used for anything from soldiers' salaries to interest on the national debt and millions of other expenditures.
State and local income taxes are used according to state and local law.
The federal personal income tax is an example of progressive tax.
That would be an income tax.
A personal tax is a direct tax levied on a taxpayer. One example of a personal tax is the tax imposed on the income of a person.
There is no personal income tax in Nevada.
The Bahamas has absolutely no personal income tax, no corporate income tax, no capital gains tax, and no inheritance tax.
Nevada did not and does not have a personal income tax
Yes the state that I live in does have a personal state income tax and does collect the states personal income taxes from the taxpayers.
Personal income tax
A direct tax on personal income is called an income tax. This tax is levied directly on an individual's earnings, which can include wages, salaries, and other forms of income. The amount of income tax owed typically depends on the taxpayer's income level and applicable tax rates. Income tax can be progressive, meaning higher earners pay a higher percentage compared to lower earners.
Alaska does not have a state sales tax or personal income tax. However, some local government bodies in Alaska do impose a sales tax.
Personal Income TaxesNo state personal income tax
For example, Slovakia - 19% flat tax rate (Corporate income tax, Personal income tax, and Value-Added Tax)