Glossary

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underground economy

Money-making activities that people don’t report to the government, including both illegal and legal activities.

user fees

An excise tax, often in the form of a license or supplemental charge, levied to fund a public service.

user tax

A tax that is paid directly by the consumer of a good, product, or service.