Daniels Pushes Tax Reform During Speech

Governor Mitch Daniels called on legislators last night to show bravery as they reform Indiana’s property tax system. "Some will say, how brave do you have to be to vote for a huge tax cut?" Daniels said. "But we all know how strong the pressure of special interests can be, how relentless the criticism even from those with no plan of their own." The governor emphasized the benefits of his plan during his State of the State speech. He indicated that if the legislature hasn’t passed property tax reform by its March 14th adjournment, he’d call a special session. Democratic leaders say the governor’s plan could force local governments to increase local income taxes.