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Wilbur Ross sues NYC over pied-à-terre tax, citing unconstitutionality

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A New York City pied-à-terre tax, intended to generate revenue from wealthy individuals who own second homes in the city, is facing significant legal challenges. Former Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, along with other wealthy individuals, has filed a lawsuit arguing the tax is unconstitutional. A judge has already ruled that the city must restart its notification process for the tax, indicating early procedural issues. The lawsuit contends that the tax unfairly targets non-residents who cannot vote against such measures and violates both state and federal constitutional provisions. AI

RANK_REASON A high-profile individual is challenging a significant new tax policy through legal means. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Wilbur Ross sues NYC over pied-à-terre tax, citing unconstitutionality

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Catherina Gioino ·

    Wilbur Ross says New York’s pied-à-terre tax targets people who ‘can’t retaliate at the ballot box’

    The former Commerce secretary and Steve Wynn are suing the state over annual bills of $83,531 and $183,094 on their Manhattan homes.

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