State and local taxes seem as a group to be mildly ________ and federal taxes seem as a group to be mildly ________.

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State and local taxes are often considered regressive because they can take a larger percentage of income from lower-income individuals, through sales taxes, property taxes, and other fees. Federal taxes, including the income tax system, are designed to be progressive, meaning they take a larger percentage from those who are more able to pay.

State and Local Taxes Seem as a Group to Be