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State Earned Income Tax Credits Will Support Families and Workers in 2027

Nearly two-thirds of states (plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico) have an Earned Income Tax Credit. These credits boost low-paid workers’ incomes and offset some of the taxes they pay, helping working class families achieve greater economic security.

State Rundown 8/13: Income Tax Elimination Fails in Missouri

In a win for Missouri workers and families, voters overwhelmingly rejected a proposed amendment that would have allowed lawmakers to replace the state's income tax with increased or expanded sales taxes.

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State-by-State Tax Expenditure Reports

July 1, 2026 • By ITEP Staff

State-by-State Tax Expenditure Reports

Below is a list of tax expenditure reports published in the states.

State Rundown 2/11: This Valentine’s Day, Conscious Decoupling Is Our Love Language

While some may be excited for a romantic Valentine’s Day this weekend, many state lawmakers are breaking up and decoupling from recent federal tax changes that are poised to leave states with revenue shortfalls – much like a bad date who forgets their wallet and asks you to pick up the tab.

State Rundown 2/5: Icy Roads Do Not Slow Tax Policy Debates

Despite wintry conditions across much of the country, that hasn’t stopped state lawmakers from debating major tax policy changes.

Trust Reform is Needed to Protect States, Especially in the Wake of IRS Enforcement Cuts

Trust use is widespread among the wealthiest households, with reports showing that roughly half of the nation’s wealthiest people rely on trusts for tax avoidance reasons

State Rundown 12/17: Tax Policy ‘Naughty or Nice’ List Has Late Entrants

With a little over a week left, some states are solidifying their spots on the tax policy “naughty or nice” list.

State Rundown 11/24: States Say ‘No Thank You’ to Federal Tax Cuts Reducing State Revenue

Lawmakers in two more states have wisely said “no thank you” to federal tax cuts that would have flowed through to their state tax codes and undermined funding for their priorities

Re-Examining 529 Plans: Stopping State Subsidies to Private Schools After New Trump Tax Law

The 2025 federal tax law risks making 529 plans more costly for states by increasing tax avoidance and allowing wealthy families to use these funds for private and religious K-12 schools.