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Pittsburgh defends its right to impose 'jock tax' on pro athletes
PITTSBURGH – The City of Pittsburgh says because it financed the construction of its major sports stadiums through taxpayer funds, it has the right to tax the individuals using the facilities in order to get its money back. -
Athletes get charged extra in Pittsburgh; Lawsuit challenges 'jock tax'
PITTSBURGH – The City of Pittsburgh is facing a lawsuit from a trio of professional athletes and the players’ associations of Major League Baseball, the National Football League and the National Hockey League, claiming its “jock tax” that is applied to both resident and non-resident athletes is unconstitutional.