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Taxes/economic development

Lawrence P. DeBoer Jr.

Professor, agricultural economics
(765) 494-4314
E-mail: deboer@agecon.purdue.edu

Has expertise in state and local government public policy, including such topics as government budget and taxing options, issues of property tax assessment, local government revenue options, and the fiscal impact of economic development. Directs the staff work for the Citizen's Commission for Taxation, which was established by the governor to study tax reform in Indiana. Has published research on property tax assessment, local government economies of scale and state lotteries. Has conducted programs on local income taxes and the state budget.

James A. Papke

Professor, economics and public finance
Director, Center for Tax Policy Studies
(765) 494-4442
E-mail: papke@mgmt.purdue.edu

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, has directed more state and local tax studies than anyone else in history. Is an expert on optimal taxation for economic development. Is a regular contributor to professional journals and makes frequent appearances at legislative hearings and other public forums on topics related to business taxation and economic development. Former president of the National Tax Association.

Income taxes

Lawrence P. DeBoer Jr.

For biography, see "Economic development"

Gerald A. Harrison

Professor, agricultural economics
(765) 494-4216; home: (765) 463-2740
E-mail: harrison@agecon.purdue.edu

Has expertise in income tax law with an emphasis on agriculture; income and estate taxation; farm landowner/tenant law; financial planning; and living trusts and probate. Member of Indiana State Bar Association.

John W. Hatcher

Assistant professor, management
(765) 494-4478
E-mail: jack@mgmt.purdue.edu

Is a certified public accountant. Teaches seminars and courses on federal income taxes, accounting and personal finance. Has won several teaching awards and is president-elect of the Indiana CPA Society. Consults with individuals and small businesses on accounting and taxation issues.

Property taxes

Lawrence P. DeBoer Jr.

For biography, see "Economic development"

Gerald A. Harrison

For biography, see "Income taxes"

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