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Florence Middleton/CalMattersVoters first passed the tax in 2012, then renewed it in 2016. Now, its supporters are asking voters to make it permanent before it expires in 2031. -
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/AP PhotoThe measure would require two-thirds of voters to approve any local special taxes, instead of the simple majority for citizen-led initiatives. Anti-tax advocates say it should be that hard for governments to tax Californians, but local officials say it could constrain funding for essential services.
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California voters haven’t had to make so many decisions about tax policy at the ballot since 1994. Our analysis shows voters tend to reject new taxes. -
The business-dominated group’s newly unveiled recommendations to boost Oregon’s economy will inspire fierce debate. -
The 'No Tax Clawback' campaign is staring down a June 4 deadline to collect nearly 80,000 signatures. -
They are targeting SB 1507, which blocked some tax cuts passed by President Donald Trump. -
The tax credit was sold as a key economic development tool. It’s expected to be reduced by 60%. -
Lawmakers passed Senate Bill 1507 to help the state preserve $291 million in tax revenue during the next 18 months -
SB 1511 would reduce the number of people paying the estate tax, but raise rates on those who do. -
Is Senate Bill 1507 a reckless tax hike or a sensible budget move? Lawmakers disagreed Monday. -
A new revenue forecast suggests lawmakers have about $100 million more than they’d been planning for. -
The proposal to disconnect from some pieces of H.R 1 is likely to generate friction in the brand-new session. -
Labor groups say the politicians need to take a vote that would help the state budget – but functionally raise taxes. -
As talk of a possible AI bubble grows, so does uncertainty around an important source of California tax money.
