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Gov. Youngkin wants to cut income taxes, raise the sales tax in proposed budget

Photo: WINA/Office of the Governor of Virginia, Glenn Youngkin


RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has proposed a new state budget that would lower income taxes and raise the state sales tax. The Republican governor said Wednesday that his plan would stabilize revenues and allow Virginians “to keep more of their hard-earned money.” Youngkin’s plan for the next two fiscal years also would expand the sales tax to include digital services, such as downloading music. Such services are taxed in other states but not in Virginia. Youngkin’s proposal serves as a starting point for negotiations when the General Assembly convenes in January. The Legislature has a Democratic majority after November’s elections.

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