Corrections & Clarifications

A Page One story last month by the Center for Public Integrity, published by USA TODAY, on tax cuts in several states incorrectly stated North Carolina’s actions concerning the state sales tax rate. North Carolina expanded the items that were subject to the state sales tax. The story also should have made clear that in North Carolina, the state charges a sales tax of 4.75% and that another 2%, or more, can be added by counties. The story also incorrectly stated North Carolina’s top income tax rate in 2012. The top income tax rate was 7.75%. The story also should have made clear that some states are phasing out state income tax rates over time and the Tax Foundation’s position on North Carolina’s and Kansas’ tax reform proposals.