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The Senior Deduction Bill
New senior tax deduction bill introduced in New Mexico
Senior Income Tax Deduction
Good for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would let seniors deduct more income from state taxes, lowering the amount they owe.
Our take
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Seniors could keep more of their paycheck, but the state would collect less revenue, possibly affecting public services.
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The facts
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- Bill proposes a tax deduction for seniors
- Introduced in New Mexico House
- Sponsored by both parties
- Action postponed indefinitely
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