Mike Lee Tries to Sneak Public Land Sale Back Into 'Big, Ugly Bill' Ahead of Senate Vote | Common Dreams
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Ahead of an expected vote on Republicans' budget reconciliation package, U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Chair Mike Lee revived his effort to sell off public lands.
    • slumberlust
      14·
      10 months ago

      Hell I’d even settle for just penalizing empty properties heavily. Would force them to lower rent if it’s not filling.

      • chiliedogg
        7·
        10 months ago

        Tax unoccupied homes at 150% of their value annually.

        • ansizEnglish
          3·
          10 months ago

          I’d say tax them something like 50% of fair market rent each month it’s empty.

          • chiliedogg
            1·
            10 months ago

            That’s too kind. Make the property a crippling liability they have to unload instantly.