The following opinion piece authored by IRG CEO CJ Szafir appeared in the National Review on July 6, 2023.
I built and grew my business in Wisconsin, a state my family and I love with all our hearts,” said Bill Mansfield, President of On Track Technology Solutions. “But eventually we chose to relocate to Texas because of Wisconsin’s taxes. This is a sad reality that too many Wisconsin businesses and families ultimately come to face.”
This statement to us from a business owner and former Wisconsin resident says it all. Wisconsin needs tax relief. For years, lawmakers and thought leaders have collectively looked at tax relief as a “want” and not a “need.” Now, the conversation has changed. Why? Other states have enacted bold tax reforms, leaving Wisconsin behind. In short, our state is quickly becoming uncompetitive with our neighbors.
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Read the full piece here.