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PRESS RELEASE FROM AMERICANS FOR TAX REFORM
Contact: John Kartch (
jkartch@atr.org or 202-785-0266)
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5/23/01
Tax
relief one step closer after Senate approval
WASHINGTON-Today the United
States Senate passed its reconciliation bill to the House-approved Bush
tax relief plan on a vote of 62-38.
The bill eliminates the Death Tax and reduces marginal tax rates.
After months of debate and negotiations, this important action
by the Senate brings final passage of the bill one step closer for signature
by the President. Grover
Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) issued the following
statement concerning the Senate's action:
"I
am pleased that all 50 Republicans were joined by 12 Democrats in voting
for this reconciliation bill.
These Senators who voted in this bipartisan fashion recognize
that Americans are overtaxed and that the most effective way to revive
a sluggish economy is to put money back in the pockets of working Americans.
"This
bipartisan vote is proof that Americans want and need tax relief.
The successful passage was only possible thanks to the courage
and tireless work of Senators Lott, Grassley and Nickles as well as
President Bush.
"I
am especially pleased that there were no significant changes to the
tax cut bill. All 48 roll
call votes, which were nothing more than dilatory and obstructionist
tactics aimed at undermining the tax relief package, were defeated.
"This
vote paves the way for final passage of the first major tax cut since
1981. All 62 Senators should
be commended for their decision to listen to the concerns of their constituents
who really need tax relief and not the special interests who are out
of touch with working Americans," Norquist concluded.
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Americans for Tax Reform is a non-partisan
coalition of taxpayers and taxpayer groups who oppose any and all federal
and state tax increases. For
more information, or to arrange an interview with Mr. Norquist please contact John Kartch at (202)785-0266 or by email at
jkartch@atr.org.
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