While much is still unknown about what tax changes may or may not be included in any Congressional tax legislation this year, it appears most of the scary stuff for farmers is off the table as the country heads toward Halloween.
Congress backs off major tax concerns for farmers
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Estate taxes were one of the items discussed as Congress looked at potential changes to federal tax law, but it doesn't appear that the changes feared by agriculture will become law.
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, has been a leading figure in the recent congressional negotiations.
