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Tampon Tax

Tampon tax refers to the tax imposed on menstrual products by governments.
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    Understanding Republicans vs. Democrats on Taxes

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    Economic Growth And Tax Relief Reconciliation Act 2001
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    Tax Equity And Fiscal Responsibility Act Of 1982 (TEFRA)

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    Economic Recovery Tax Act of 1981 (ERTA)

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    Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
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    Advance Corporation Tax (ACT)
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    Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
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    Accelerated Cost Recovery System (ACRS)

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    Introduction to Formal Tax Legislation

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