Family Enterprise USA

Family Enterprise USA Family Enterprise USA represents and celebrates all sizes and industries of family businesses and multi-generational employers.

Family Enterprise USA promotes family-owned business creation, growth, viability, and sustainability through education and advocacy for family businesses, and their lifetime of hard work, with Congress in Washington, D.C. Family Enterprise USA promotes family business and job creation, growth, and sustainability by advocating for family businesses, their lifetime of savings, and the issues they fa

ce running their businesses every day. Some of the issues we fight for or against with Congress in Washington DC are high Income tax rates, possible elimination of valuation discounts, increase in capital gains tax, enactment of a wealth tax, and the continued burden of the gift, estate and generation skipping taxes.

05/24/2026

The debate around a wealth tax resurfaced in 2020, with proposals for dramatic increases in estate taxes. While some faced opposition, Senator Ron Wyden introduced legislation focused on taxing unrealized gains. The conversation continues.

05/24/2026

A look at the history and current developments surrounding wealth taxes. We'll explore new ideas being proposed and what to expect in the coming years.

05/24/2026

Did you know 44% of our members have met with Congress or testified? If you want to make a difference, we can help arrange Hill meetings for you. Don't hesitate to reach out—connecting with your representative truly changes the dialogue.

05/24/2026

Governor Gavin Newsom and most leading candidates for governor in California oppose a significant tax initiative. The notable exception is billionaire Tom Steyer, who uniquely supports it.

05/24/2026

Understanding the shift towards mark-to-market regimes and annual taxes on unrealized gains. Learn how states like Washington are implementing unique stock and bond taxes, with exemptions for the first $50 million. This trend is spreading across the nation.

05/24/2026

There was a proposal to force people with IRAs over $10 million to give up half their balance. This is essentially a wealth tax, as funds removed from traditional IRAs are taxed at ordinary rates. This impacts successful savers.

05/24/2026

Democrats in the Senate are proposing new bills that could significantly increase tax rates for high earners. Proposals include a 5% surtax on income above $1 million and a 10% surtax above $2 million, potentially reaching a 49% top tax rate. Another proposal targets investment income with the top marginal rate.

05/24/2026

States are exploring wealth taxes, with Rhode Island implementing a 1% tax despite a significant budget surplus. Maryland and Minnesota also have proposals. This raises questions about necessity and impact, especially for property within state borders.

05/24/2026

A new proposal in California could introduce a one-time 5% tax on individuals with over $1.1 billion in net wealth. If passed by voters in November, it becomes law retroactively to early 2026, bypassing legislative approval.

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