New Hampshire Supreme Court reviews SWEPT tax, challenged as unfairly benefiting wealthier towns.

The New Hampshire Supreme Court is reviewing the legality of the Statewide Education Property Tax (SWEPT), which requires property owners to contribute to local schools. Plaintiffs argue that wealthier towns should not keep excess tax revenue, as it unfairly benefits them and is unconstitutional. The state and wealthier towns counter that the tax system is fair and that the Legislature has the authority to decide how the funds are distributed. The court has yet to make a decision.

November 13, 2024
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