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On the recordNovember 13, 2012
I rise today to submit for the Record a document that I think everyone in this body should consider. There is no question that our Nation is facing a challenging financial future. Our country needs real leadership to recognize the problems that we are facing and address them directly. For 75 years, my home State has benefited from the knowledge and expertise of the Wyoming Taxpayers Association. The Wyoming Taxpayers Association has fought for transparency, equity, balance, and stability for Wyoming taxpayers. There is no question that the U.S Tax Code is a mess and in need of serious reform. As we look to address our debt crisis and reform the Tax Code, we should take a responsible, sensible approach to taxation. The Wyoming Taxpayers Association's ``Cornerstones of Taxation'' provides an excellent foundation that we should consider as we debate the future of the U.S. Tax Code. I ask unanimous consent to have printed in the Record the Wyoming Taxpayers Association's ``Cornerstones of Taxation.'' There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: Wyoming Taxpayers Association's ``Cornerstones of Taxation'' Justification: Is there a justified need for the tax and is it fiscally prudent? Are existing government funds spent efficiently before considering a new tax? Is the primary goal of the tax to generate revenue or does it modify behavior or influence policy?…
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John Barrasso
Republican · Wyoming
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Nov 13, 2012

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