Here are 7 short and easy-to-read fun facts about taxes:

1. The First Income Tax – The U.S. introduced its first income tax in 1861 to help fund the Civil War.
2. Taxes and the Olympics – Olympic athletes must pay taxes on their medals and prize money, but some states offer exemptions!
3. The IRS Wasn’t Always the IRS – Before being called the Internal Revenue Service, it was simply known as the Bureau of Internal Revenue.
4. Alaska Loves You Tax-Free – Alaska has no state income tax or sales tax, making it one of the most tax-friendly states!
5. The Boston Tea Party Was a Tax Protest – The famous 1773 protest was all about unfair taxation without representation.
6. You Can Pay in Coins… But It’s Not Easy – Legally, you can pay your taxes in pennies, but good luck getting the IRS to accept them without a (ง'̀-'́)ง
7. Sin Taxes Exist – Taxes on cigarettes, alcohol, and gambling are called "sin taxes" to discourage bad habits.