There are many parts to the tax code which, in theory, direct the ways that money is spent on the earner's side and as tax income on the government's side. For instance, when the government collects gas taxes, portions of monies collected go to building roads and are passed through to the state governments. Those of us who own homes enjoy the mortgage interest exemption, which encourages home ownership. Many tax decisions are not that clear cut since exemptions and percentages of tax are attached to bills as a one off to support an industry or other entity that the congress deems worthy. Lots of lobbying by these groups--pharma companies, oil companies, banking, health insurance--leads to influence in how the tax bill is written and enforced. Over time, these add-ons have caused a haystack of tax rules and circumstances that would be hard to unwind.
Congress didnt extend the current exemptions on inheritance tax. The exemptions are only temporary though and tax is likely to be reinstated fully within a year. More than likely Congress will extend the exemptions on the inheritance tax. When they are close to expiring they will be brough up for a vote.
Yes, you can claim exemptions for tax purposes in 2018, but the rules for exemptions have changed due to recent tax reforms. It's important to review the current tax laws and guidelines to determine if you are eligible to claim exemptions on your tax return.
Common Defense and Welfare
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Congress has the power to collect taxes because it is written in the Constitution under Article 1. Congress has the power to tax in order to provide for everyone within the United States.
Income tax
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You are only supposed to claim the number of qualifying exemptions that you are qualified to claim.
If you are married, you can typically claim two exemptions on your tax return.
to pay debts, and to provide for common defence.
Tax exemptions are typically construed as specific provisions in tax law that allow certain individuals or entities to reduce or eliminate their tax liability under defined circumstances. They are understood to apply only to those explicitly identified in the tax code, often requiring clear documentation and compliance with stipulated conditions. Courts generally interpret these exemptions narrowly, emphasizing the importance of legislative intent and the need for strict adherence to the criteria set forth in the law. Thus, taxpayers seeking exemptions must provide sufficient evidence and justification to qualify.
Tax exemptions are designed to give individuals and businesses a break so they can have some of their money left to contribute to the economy. There are a wide variety of tax exemptions.