2003 Supreme Court term

Hibbs v. Winn

Dockets 02-1809Argued
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In brief

Overview

According to Petitioner, hibbs v. Winn concerns whether the term “assessment” in the Tax Injunction Act includes Arizona’s school tax credit.

Background and question before the Court

According to Petitioner, the central legal question is whether “assessment” under the Tax Injunction Act covers the school tax credit.

According to Justice, justices asked where the assessment being enjoined was located.

According to Justice Ginsburg, justice Ginsburg noted that nobody was seeking to enjoin any assessment.

What each side argues

Petitioner

Petitioner argues that the meaning of “assessment” in the Tax Injunction Act includes Arizona’s school tax credit.

Respondent

According to Cohen (Petitioner), marvin S. Cohen, on behalf of the respondents, stated: "That's our position, Your Honor."

What happened at oral argument

The Court noted that the case is submitted.

What the Court decided

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Why it matters

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Terms to know

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Primary sources

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