Department of Revenue
Coverage of Department of Revenue in the Nexus archive.
- Surtax supporters say haul shows wealthy are staying in Mass.
Massachusetts' surtax on households earning over $1.1 million generated $3.38 billion in fiscal year 2026, exceeding initial revenue estimates by more than double. Supporters argue the tax's overperformance disproves claims that wealthy residents would leave the state, with funds allocated to education and transportation initiatives like free school meals and regional transit.
- Governor Polis and Department of Revenue announce tax relief for Coloradans impacted by wildfires
Governor Polis and the Department of Revenue announced tax relief measures for Coloradans impacted by wildfires, including extended deadlines and penalty waivers for specific taxes. Residents and businesses in 12 counties, including Dolores, Montezuma, and Pueblo, can request extensions for income tax, sales tax, and other fees until November 6, 2026, by contacting the Department of Revenue directly.
- Committee finds inconsistency and lack of scrutiny for Pa.’s legal aid revenue source
A report by Pennsylvania's Legislative Budget and Finance Committee found inconsistencies in revenue collection for the state's Access to Justice account, which funds civil legal aid. County row offices, the largest revenue source, use an outdated mailing process for remittances, leading to declining funds and lost revenue. House Bill 331, signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro, prompted the review.
- NC Senate considers tax on obscene materials, social media age limits, license plate readers
North Carolina lawmakers propose a 50% excise tax on 'prurient' or 'obscene' sexual materials illegal under state law to fund anti-human trafficking efforts. The bill also creates a Human Trafficking Commission and raises concerns about subjective tax assessments by the Department of Revenue.