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Nixing Personal Property Tax Would “Devastate” One Eastern Idaho County

Power County Hospital
Molly Messick
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StateImpact Idaho

This week, we’re devoting some time to understanding Idaho’s business personal property tax. Ending that tax is a priority for the governor and some of the state’s biggest businesses. But it generates millions for local government. Yesterday, we explained what the personal property tax is. Today, we go to Power County, in eastern Idaho. Local leaders say getting rid of the tax could have serious effects. Click here to continue reading...

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