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News · WA

Seattle mayor proposes more public safety spending

Economy and jobs

The mayor’s budget proposal raises public safety spending without adding new taxes, but it is not yet a final city budget.

The Ballot Washington DeskSep 23, 2026

News · WY

Wyoming GOP backs property tax cut initiative

Economy and jobs

The state Republican Party is supporting a ballot initiative that would ask Wyoming voters to approve a property tax cut.

The Ballot Wyoming Policy DeskSep 23, 2026

News · OH

Ohio leaders plan return for Ramaswamy gas-tax vote

Economy and jobs

Legislative leaders said lawmakers could return next week to consider a gas-tax plan requested by Republican gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy.

The Ballot Ohio Policy DeskSep 23, 2026

News · WI

Johnson presents proposed 2027 Milwaukee budget

Economy and jobs

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson has presented his proposed city budget for 2027.

The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskSep 22, 2026

News · NC

Why North Carolina has so many 2026 ballot questions

Economy and jobs

Voters will decide at least three statewide constitutional amendments, while many communities will also consider local taxes, bonds and other measures.

The Ballot North Carolina DeskSep 22, 2026

News · CO

How Amendment 87 would change Colorado income taxes

Economy and jobs

The November measure would lower rates on initial income, add higher rates above and reserve new revenue for public services.

The Ballot Colorado DeskSep 22, 2026

News · FL

Independent Florida governor candidate proposes millionaire tax

Economy and jobs

An independent candidate for Florida governor has proposed a millionaire tax focused on the state’s economy and jobs.

The Ballot Florida Policy DeskSep 21, 2026

News · IA

Iowa income tax amendment draws competing advocacy

Economy and jobs

Advocates on both sides held events Thursday seeking more voter attention for a proposed income tax constitutional amendment.

The Ballot Iowa DeskSep 19, 2026

News · NM

New Mexico lawmakers discuss possible gas tax increase

Economy and jobs

New Mexico lawmakers are considering whether to increase the state tax applied to gasoline purchases.

The Ballot New Mexico News DeskSep 18, 2026

News · FL

Florida property tax measure raises local budget concerns

Economy and jobs

A proposed property tax cut would reduce local revenue, dividing DeSantis and local officials over the effect on public services.

The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 18, 2026

News · MD

Maryland agencies asked to prepare 10% budget-cut scenario

Economy and jobs

State budget officials have directed Maryland agencies to restrain spending and model a possible 10% reduction.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 17, 2026

News · ME

Republicans target Troy Jackson over tax vote

Economy and jobs

The dispute centers on a vote described as cutting taxes for 90% of Mainers, but it is not directly tied to an election.

The Ballot Maine News DeskSep 17, 2026

News · IA

Zach Lahn calls for cutting Iowa’s gas tax in half

Economy and jobs

Lahn says a 50% reduction in Iowa’s gas tax would ease fuel costs, with key implementation and budget details still to be set.

The Ballot Iowa Policy DeskSep 17, 2026

News · WI

Tax group says Tom Tiffany signed tax increase pledge

Economy and jobs

Americans for Tax Reform says Tom Tiffany promised to oppose and veto state tax increases if elected Wisconsin governor.

The Ballot Wisconsin Policy DeskSep 17, 2026

News · MD

Andy Harris proposes temporary pause in federal fuel taxes

Economy and jobs

The Maryland congressman’s proposal would suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes through the end of the year.

The Ballot Maryland Policy DeskSep 17, 2026

News · MD

Harris proposes federal gas tax pause through 2026

Economy and jobs

The Maryland Republican’s bill would suspend federal gasoline and diesel taxes through the end of 2026 if Congress approves it.

The Ballot Maryland DeskSep 16, 2026

News · NM

New Mexico lawmakers weigh fuel tax increases

Economy and jobs

A proposal would add 3 cents per gallon to the gasoline tax and 4 cents per gallon to the special fuel tax, including diesel.

The Ballot New Mexico Policy DeskSep 16, 2026

News · MD

Maryland agencies asked to model 10% budget cuts

Economy and jobs

State budget officials want agencies to plan for tighter spending and show how a 10% reduction could affect their budgets.

The Ballot Maryland News DeskSep 15, 2026

News · IA

Des Moines council approves $11.5 million budget package

Economy and jobs

The package cuts staff and programs while raising fee revenue as the city prepares for limits on property tax growth.

The Ballot Iowa DeskSep 15, 2026

News · NE

OPS proposes 8.2-cent levy increase after aid shortfall

Economy and jobs

Omaha Public Schools would also draw nearly from reserves under its proposed 2026-2027 budget.

The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 14, 2026

News · OH

Ohio voters to decide proposed property tax growth cap

Economy and jobs

A proposed amendment would limit property tax growth in Ohio, but it cannot take effect unless voters approve it.

The Ballot Ohio DeskSep 14, 2026

News · CO

Denver Post opposes proposed DPS property tax increase

Economy and jobs

The newspaper’s editorial board opposes the DPS proposal, though its headline does not explain the fiscal or policy reasons.

The Ballot Colorado News DeskSep 13, 2026

News · US

Trump says ballroom construction is under budget, ahead

Economy and jobs

President Trump said White House ballroom construction is costing less than budgeted and moving faster than scheduled.

The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskAug 23, 2026