Wisconsin Supreme Court ‘dark store’ decision a huge win for state’s taxpayers, municipalities
Statement from Milwaukee Common Council Members Alderman Scott Spiker, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, and Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr.
Feb 23rd, 2023 by Ald. Scott Spiker
Wisconsin Supreme Court Rules Against “Dark Store Loophole”
With no dissent, court rules against big-box retailers' tax reduction strategy.
Feb 17th, 2023 by Henry Leonard, Wisconsin Examiner
Real Estate Interests Back GOP Bill
Change in how assessments done will cut commercial property taxes and hike them for residents, opponents charge.
Nov 18th, 2021 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Hot Debate, Limited Action by Senate
Limited bills on homeless, clean water passed, nothing on dark stores tax loophole.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin Examiner
Senate Democrats Offer 2020 Agenda
Shilling pushes homeless funding and closing dark store tax loophole.
Dec 24th, 2019 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public Radio
Dark Store Loophole Continues to Shift Property Tax Burden to Homeowners
Big Box retailers benefit from an unfair tax break while your taxes go up
Dec 19th, 2019 by State Rep. Gordon Hintz
Examining the Dark-Store Loophole
Loophole lets big box stores lower their taxes while effectively raising taxes for residents.
Aug 7th, 2019 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner
Senate GOP Refuse to Close the “Dark Store” Loophole
Homeowners to face higher property taxes under Republican control
May 15th, 2019 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Senate Republicans unanimously reject vote on Dark Store fix
"It seems that the Republicans are helping the big box stores shift their property tax burden onto the back of homeowners."
May 15th, 2019 by State Sen. Janis Ringhand
Can Any ”Dark Store” Reform Get Passed?
Evers wants full reform but big lobbying groups oppose it. Lawmakers seek compromise.
Apr 22nd, 2019 by Steven Walters
Evers Opposes ‘Dark Store’ Loophole
Would end tax break backed by WMC, which has donated $25 million to politicians.
Feb 12th, 2019 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Rep. Robyn Vining Commends Gov. Evers’ Plan to Close Dark Store Loophole
"The Dark Store Loophole is wrong, and we need to close it."
Feb 6th, 2019 by State Rep. Robyn Vining
Homeowners Triumph under Gov. Evers
"Closing the Dark Store loophole will be a huge win for homeowners and small businesses in Wisconsin."
Feb 5th, 2019 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Local Leaders Demand Big Store Tax Reform
18 municipal leaders say big box tax loopholes costly, push legislators to change law.
Oct 9th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
Clash Over Assessments, Property Tax Brewing
“Dark store” loophole, levy limits and revenue options are looming issues at the Capitol.
Sep 10th, 2018 by Steven Walters
Close Dark Store Loophole, Campaign Urges
County, municipal representatives say loophole shifts property taxes from big box stores to homeowners.
Aug 30th, 2018 by Danielle Kaeding, Wisconsin Public Radio
Growing Concern Over Dark Store Loophole
Shift of property taxes from retail stores to homeowners worries many Republicans.
Apr 23rd, 2018 by Steven Walters
Dark Store Loophole Costs Taxpayers
Republicans blocked bill that prevented big box retailers shifting taxes to homeowners.
Apr 16th, 2018 by John Eiden
Homeowners Getting Stuck With Tax Bill
"Dark store” loophole shifts corporate property taxes to homeowners, Republicans won't address problem.
Mar 25th, 2018 by State Sen. Jennifer Shilling
Republicans Lower Walmart’s Property Taxes, Raise Yours
Local governments and taxpayers will continue to pay for tax loophole
Feb 13th, 2018 by State Rep. Jimmy Anderson
Republicans Stall “Dark Store” Bill
Bill opposed by special interests ends loophole lowering big box stores' property taxes.
Dec 14th, 2017 by Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
