Dem: If it quacks like a tax, it's a tax (updated)
Dallas Morning News Robert T. Garrett/Reporter All fees, surcharges and other revenue-raising measures would be classified officially as taxes under a state constitutional amendment proposed today by a veteran House Democrat. Rep. Richard Raymond, D-Laredo, said his “honesty in taxation” measure would prevent politicians — if they peppered taxpayers with higher fees for things like driver’s licenses,…
Read MoreRep. Raymond To Introduce “Honesty in Taxation” Constitutional Amendment Identifying Fees as Taxes
State Representative Richard Peña Raymond (D-Laredo) has announced he will introduce a constitutional amendment that establishes honesty in taxation and classifies fees, surcharges and other revenue-generating measures as taxes. “Two weeks ago I met with staff members of the Legislative Council and directed them to draft the appropriate bill establishing once and for all what…
Read MoreRep. Raymond Files Legislation to Protect Texas Families
Tax-Free Food, Drinks, Medicine, and Child-Care Services LAREDO, Nov. 10, 2010 — Rep. Richard Peña Raymond (D-Laredo) has filed HJR 36 to protect Texans from higher taxes. The constitutional amendment prohibits the legislature from taxing certain food, drinks, medicine, or child-care services. “These are difficult times and Texas families across the state are facing increasing financial hardships.…
Read MoreState Rep. Raymond named honorary physician
By Ray Gomez Pro8 News Webb County may soon be seeing a lot more doctors in the area because of a new program offering incentives for physicians. Today State Representative Richard Raymond became an honorary doctor in a ceremony at the Gateway Community Health Center. Raymond worked on a recently passed bill that will attract…
Read MoreFighting back tears, Peña Raymond delivers powerful personal privilege speech
AUSTIN, May 26 – Holding up framed poll tax receipts he said his father had to pay for to cast a vote, state Rep. Richard Peña Raymond on Tuesday told House members he would continue to fight the controversial voter ID bill for the fifth consecutive day. The Laredo Democrat delivered a personal privilege address…
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