I recommend that food be included in sales tax and that the revenue generated be used to fully fund education in Nevada and to establish a “rainy day fund” for the sole purpose of education. Advantages to this food tax include: - Easily implemented.
A system is already in place for sales tax collection. - Many states have a sales tax on food. - As opposed to a state income tax, non-residents and illegal workers would be required to pay the tax when they purchase food. - Limited exposure to economic recession. During this current recession many people are not dining out (taxable food), but are purchasing groceries (currently non taxable). This additional tax would address the education funding problem; however, it will not solve the education problem in Nevada. Much has been said about accountability for teachers and administrators; however, the parents and students need to be held responsible for their education. As taxpayers, we are investing in the education of Nevada students.
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