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Fitzgerald Passes Legislation to Change Definition of Firearms
Congressman Scott Fitzgerald of Wisconsin's 5th District has successfully shepherded a groundbreaking piece of legislation through the House Judiciary Committee. H.R. 3269, known as the Law-Enforcement Innovate to De-Escalate Act, marks a significant milestone as it seeks to redefine what qualifies as a firearm.The bill aims to amend the Gun Control Act of 1968 by excluding certain less-than-lethal projectile devices, such as tasers, from the definition of a firearm. Representative Fitzgerald highlighted the importance of this legislation in enhancing safety for both law...
Fitzgerald Introduces Bill to Protect Businesses from Double Income Taxation
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) has introduced the Interstate Commerce Simplification Act to prevent states from subjecting businesses to double income taxation. The bill aims to shield businesses that sell goods or services into a state without a physical presence from being taxed by that state."Without clear and concise guidance, overzealous states can pursue tax revenue from business owners simply for having a website. This ultimately leaves business owners with a mess of compliance burdens and vulnerable to double taxation. I’m proud to introduce...