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Texas House OKs bill to raise tax exemption for local businesses
By Aubrey Vogel | Community Impact A bill which would lessen the tax burden for business owners was approved by the Texas House on April 3. House Bill 9, authored by Rep. Morgan Meyer, R-University Park, would expand the exemption for tangible personal property from $2,500 to $250,000 of the appraised value. Personal property includes equipment, furniture and vehicles.A closer look Meyer said the bill would not only save taxpayers money but also eliminate exemption paperwork for businesses who are
Uncertainty
Dr. M. Ray Perryman | Published in syndication April 02, 2025 We've recently seen a rapid increase in uncertainty in the US (and, in fact, the global) economy. Policies related to tariffs are a major source of concern, with a large number of announcements, pauses, shifts, and exemptions causing confusion. Consumers as well as companies are trying to figure out what is going to happen and how they should prepare. In a similar vein, the major shifts in agency funding and missions and frequent backtracking
Growing America's Future
Competitive, pro-growth tax policy is essential to grow the economy, raise wages for workers, and improve the standard of living for all Americans. Smart tax policy is crucial for America’s future. In 2025, lawmakers can advance growth-oriented tax policies and avoid the largest tax increase in American history, set to occur when key provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expire. The U.S. Chamber’s Growing America’s Future campaign advocates for maintaining a pro-growth tax code to
Message from Leander ISD Superintendent on Budget Deficit
Important Update on Budget and Staffing for 2025-26 | Leander ISD News Important Update on Budget and Staffing for 2025-26 Feb 5, 2025 | News & AnnouncementsVideo Message Dear Leander ISD Families, As we plan for the 2025-26 school year, we want to share important updates regarding our budget planning and staffing decisions. The State of Texas has not increased school funding since 2019 – despite rising operational costs. Like many school districts, not only Leander ISD, but our families, likewise,
2024 Recap for Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce
Throughout 2024, the 4 Star Accredited Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce remained bustling with activity. Our calendar brimmed with successful events such as Cedar Fest, the Golf Tournament, and Taste of Cedar Park. Engaging in legislative advocacy, we spearheaded Cedar Park Legislative Day at the Capitol, organized the Elected Officials Reception, and issued Advocacy Alerts on pertinent matters. Welcoming 141 new members and orchestrating 36 distinctive ribbon-cutting ceremonies were among our many
Leading Thriving Cities podcast with Chad Wright & Tony Moline
New Episode! Join us on the Leading Thriving Cities podcast withTony Moline,President of the Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce!Discover how they work to support local businesses while maintaining political neutrality, and hear Tony's insights on community engagement and leadership during challenging times.Listen now on our YouTube channel or your favorite podcast platform!
Cedar Park Chamber Boosts Local Business with Vision 2030 Strategic Plan
Cedar Park Chamber Joins US Chamber Letter to Congress
Letter to the House of Representatives Urging Support of the Prove It Act (H.R. 7198) To the Members of the United States House of Representatives: The undersigned chambers of commerce strongly support H.R. 7198, the Prove It Act of 2024, and urge the House to consider this important legislation. This bipartisan bill – led by Representatives Brad Finstad, Nathaniel Moran, and Yadira Caraveo and reported by the Judiciary Committee last month – would be a major step forward for small businesses that are
Google Fiber is Coming to Cedar Park
Google Fiber’s (GFiber) high-speed internet service is coming to Cedar Park City Council unanimously approved non-exclusive public rights-of-way license agreement with Google FiberTexas, LLC on Thursday, May 9, 2024The non-exclusive agreement with Google Fiber Texas, LLC will allow the company to install, maintain, and operate a fiber optic infrastructure network in the public rights-of-way for the purposes of offering communications services.GFiber will be bringing their high-speed, high-bandwidth internet
