I totally disagree with your stance on this bill. While it might seem compassionate, it poses several risks: Potential for Abuse: The CNC status could be exploited by individuals to avoid paying taxes indefinitely, undermining the tax system's integrity. Even with annual reapplication, some might find ways to prolong their hardship claims. Revenue Loss: By allowing taxpayers to defer tax payments, the state could face significant revenue shortfalls, impacting public services and infrastructure funding, which are critical for the community's well-being. Inequity in Taxation: This bill could create an unfair tax burden on those who continue to pay their taxes on time, as others benefit from relief, potentially leading to resentment and a sense of injustice in the tax system. Encourages Dependency: Rather than encouraging financial recovery, this might foster dependency on government relief, deterring individuals from seeking more permanent solutions to their financial issues. Administrative Burden: The process of evaluating and managing CNC applications annually would add to the administrative workload of the Department of Taxation, potentially diverting resources from other essential functions. Moral Hazard: There's a risk that knowing such an option exists might lead some to be less diligent in managing their finances, expecting relief when they fall into hardship. Precedent for Other Debts: Setting this precedent might encourage similar relief measures for other forms of debt, potentially destabilizing financial systems by normalizing non-payment. I believe this bill, while well-intentioned, could lead to unintended consequences that outweigh its benefits, compromising the fairness, efficiency, and sustainability of our tax system.