Landmark case arguing the excise is unconstitutional could have an impact on how states raise revenue
“This tax, in my mind, is a roadblock to reducing emissions and getting better air quality.”
The case comes down to what the definition of an excise is in the constitution and what taxes states have the power to enact.Lawyer David Hertzberg says the landmark case will have implications for the division of power between the commonwealth and the states. “If our clients are successful, it will mean Victoria’s electric vehicle tax is invalid and will likely also prevent other states from implementing similar legislation,” he said.
But Victorians are unlikely to discover whether they’ll get a refund if the tax is ruled unconstitutional any time soon. “It depends on a number of factors and we’ll have to cross that bridge when we get to it,” Hertzberg said.
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