Q. 67 / 128American Government → Civic Engagement
Why is it important to pay federal taxes?
OFFICIAL ANSWER
- Required by law
- All people pay to fund the federal government
- Required by the (U.S.) Constitution (16th Amendment)
- Civic duty
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Context
Before 1913, the federal government relied primarily on tariffs and excise taxes. The 16th Amendment enabled a modern tax system that could support expanded federal responsibilities. Today, individual income taxes and payroll taxes constitute the majority of federal revenue, funding everything from military operations to federal courts to interstate highways.
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