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On November 5, 2025, Arizona lawmakers unveiled a new tax plan aimed at increasing state revenue and addressing budget shortfalls. The proposed plan includes a combination of tax hikes on high-income earners and corporations, as well as tax breaks for low- and middle-income individuals.Under the new plan, individuals earning over $250,000 per year would see their income tax rate increase from 4.5% to 5.5%. Similarly, corporations with annual profits exceeding $1 million would face a 2% increase in their corporate tax rate. Lawmakers hope that these tax hikes on wealthy individuals and corporations will help generate much-needed revenue for the state's budget.In contrast, low- and middle-income individuals would benefit from tax breaks under the proposed plan. The plan includes an expansion of the state's Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) program, which provides financial assistance to working families with low incomes. Additionally, the plan would increase the state's standard deduction for individual income taxes, providing relief for middle-class taxpayers.Arizona Governor, Sarah Reynolds, expressed her support for the new tax plan, stating that it strikes a balance between increasing revenue for essential state services and providing relief for working families. "This plan is a step in the right direction to ensure that Arizona's tax system is fair and equitable for all residents," Governor Reynolds said in a statement.However, the proposed tax plan has faced criticism from some Republican lawmakers, who argue that it will discourage investment and job creation in the state. State Senator John Smith stated, "Increasing taxes on corporations will drive businesses out of Arizona and hinder economic growth. We need to find other solutions to address our budget shortfalls."The proposed tax plan will now go through the legislative process, where lawmakers will debate and make revisions before it is voted on. If passed, it would go into effect in the upcoming fiscal year. Stay tuned for further updates on Arizona's taxation news.