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Global tax disruption

Tax policy in a time of change

The enactment of H.R. 1, formerly known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act of 2025, alongside ongoing trade and tariff actions, has created the most dynamic US tax policy environment in years. Organizations must understand and navigate emerging risks across tax, regulatory and legislative developments. By grasping the nuances of evolving tax legislation and regulations, leaders can communicate effectively with stakeholders and proactively prepare their businesses for potential policy impacts.


Real Tax. Real Insights.

Straight talk from the EY Center for Tax Policy

 

Watch our latest episode of Real Tax. Real Insights. as host Jose Murillo, EY Americas International Tax and Transaction Services Leader, sits down with Jess Morgan, Indirect Tax Senior Manager at Ernst & Young LLP, to explore what’s next for state tax policy in 2026 – and how businesses can stay engaged. Why is this such a pivotal year for state tax policy? Find out in our latest episode.

Inside the EY Center for Tax Policy

In dynamic tax environments, organizations that stay engaged stay a step ahead. See how we make tax policy simple.


Engagement is key

Businesses will want to remain engaged and consider providing input as the US Treasury Department begins developing implementation guidance. By staying informed and actively involved, businesses can help shape the narrative and work to position their organizations for success in 2025 and beyond.


Webcast series:
EY Center for Tax Policy Monthly Update

This series will discuss the US economy and tax policy, what’s happening at the IRS and breaking developments.

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Executive authority to modify tariff rates, impose trade remedies 

Trade policy remains a focus of the administration. The executive branch has wide-ranging authority to adjust tariff levels and impose new tariffs without approval from Congress. Under many of these authorities, the investigative processes that underlie tariff changes can be expedited, and tariffs can be imposed quickly.


TradeWatch 2, 2025

Many of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act provisions expire or change at the end of 2025, creating what is being referred to as a “tax cliff.’’ Find out more.

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Why company readiness beats reaction when navigating tax policy

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H.R.1 legislation and impacts to utilities, renewables and generation

In this webcast, EY speakers discuss the effects of H.R. 1 and what the legislation means for power and utilities, renewables and electric vehicles.

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H.R. 1: Legislative update and outlook for oil and gas and chemicals 

In this webcast, EY panelists discuss the effects of HR 1 and what the legislation means for the oil and gas industry.

A boom for US manufacturing, setbacks for clean energy

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Tax in a time of transition (July 18, 2025)

In this webcast, panelists discuss the US economy and tax policy, what’s happening at the IRS and breaking developments.

Tax in a time of transition (August 15, 2025)

In this webcast, panelists discuss the US economy and tax policy, what’s happening at the IRS and breaking developments.

The federal budget reconciliation bill: state tax considerations

In this webcast, panelists discuss the state and local implications of the final provisions of the federal legislation and what actions businesses should consider going forward.

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Tax can help strategic business planning, but leaders must have direct, regular communication with advisers.

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    BEPS 2.0

    BEPS 2.0 rules dramatically change the international tax landscape, potentially bringing reporting and compliance challenges to every industry.

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    DC Dynamics focuses on what’s coming up in US tax policy, with a look to the past as our guide. Host Ray Beeman breaks down and examines current developments in Congress and puts them into political and policy context.

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