As the Supreme Court starts a new term, experts are closely watching a case that could have sweeping effects on the U.S. tax code, including corporate revenue and future wealth tax proposals.
The plaintiffs are fighting taxes on earnings that weren't distributed to them by arguing about the definition of income, which could have broader implications, according to policy experts.
Designed as a transition tax, the legislation required a one-time levy on earnings and profits accumulated in foreign entities after 1986.
While the 16th Amendment outlines the legal definition of income, the Moore case questions whether individuals must "realize" or receive profits before incurring taxes.
It's an issue that has been raised during past federal billionaire tax debates and could affect future proposals.
Persons:
Moore, Matt Gardner
Organizations:
Taxation, Economic, Finance, Republicans, ERC, Biden
Locations:
United States, Washington, KisanKraft, India