State and local politicians tend to apply new and increased taxes to taxpayers who are non resident visitors to the jurisdiction,such as a tax on auto rentals,because the taxpayer cannot vote to reelect (or oust) the lawmaker.

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This statement is true. Non-resident visitors cannot vote in local or state elections, and therefore politicians may feel more comfortable increasing taxes on these individuals, as they do not have to worry about losing their support come election time.

State and Local Politicians Tend to Apply New and Increased