Strange Taxes Around The Globe
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There are several taxes in the world. Some are essential while some seem bizarre. Many countries have levied strange taxes to boost revenue
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Here's a list of the strangest tax laws around the world
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The production of blueberries in Maine, USA, is subject to a one-and-a-half penny per-pound tax
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The British government imposed a tax on men's hats from 1784 to 1811, known as the"hat tax"
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Maryland, US, imposed a tax on excess toilet flushing in 2004. Revenue helped fund new and upgraded waste treatment plants
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In 1821, Missouri, US, passed the "bachelor tax," charging $1 annually to single men between the ages of 21 and 50. The tax is no longer enforced
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Arizona levies a tax on large purchases of ice (ice blocks). Surprisingly, purchasing ice cubes is completely tax-free
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During the 18th and 19th centuries, England, France, Ireland, and Scotland established window taxes. This was based on the number of windows in a house
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The state of Connecticut, US, has imposed a 6% sales tax on inking services rendered by different tattoo studios since 2002
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During the 10th century, Kings levied a "cowardice tax" on those who refused to fight. This tax was imposed by King Henry I and later ttax rate was increased by 300%
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