Tax Expenditure
/ˈtæks ɪkˌspɛn.dɪ.tʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) A government revenue loss attributable to tax laws that provide special exemptions, exclusions, or deductions, reducing tax liability for certain activities or groups.
The senator proposed reviewing the tax expenditures to evaluate their economic impact.
Forms
- tax expenditure
- tax expenditures
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Commentary
Tax expenditures are often treated as government spending through the tax system; clearly defining them helps analyze fiscal policy alternatives.
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