Tax Types and Their Uses

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Money paid to the federal government based on how much money you earn. Used for funding roads, bridges, military, Border Patrol, National Parks. Paid on April 15.

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Income Tax

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Money paid by consumers on purchased goods and services. Used for transportation, roads, bridges, public education, and healthcare.

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Sales Tax

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A yearly amount paid by property owners on land, homes, and real estate. Used for local education, police, fire department, schools, roads, water and sewer, libraries.

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Property Tax

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Money taken out of your paycheck. Used for social security, Medicare, income tax, unemployment insurance.

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Payroll Tax