Loophole that paves the way for tax hikes should be plugged, not expanded
Lawmakers should reject SB 512 and instead clarify that all special taxes, however they reach the ballot, still need two-thirds support.
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Lawmakers considering major tax hikes as they return from spring break
When state lawmakers return from spring break Monday, they will immediately hold hearings on tax increases that would make our state even less affordable for our neighbors and friends who...
California privacy agency proposes regulations that would add billions to consumers’ costs
The governor and Legislature can intervene and direct the agency to pause any new regulations while establishing a policy that protects jobs and prevents economic harm.
Yes, California is a high-tax state
We ignore that truth at our own peril.
A for-profit end-run around the Constitution to tax video streaming services
How consultants are scheming to implement a new tax without voter approval
Newsom should sign AB 1951 to support California jobs and address climate change
AB 1951 represents a golden opportunity for Gov. Newsom to make California an even more attractive place for perfecting groundbreaking inventions and using advanced, environmentally smart production methods that protect...
Equipment tax is hobbling state’s manufacturers
Robert Gutierrez is the president and CEO of the California Taxpayers Association. Lance Hastings is president and CEO of the California Manufacturers & Technology Association.
Californians can’t afford the largest tax hike in state history
State lawmakers are poised to vote on legislation that would require the largest tax increase in California’s history to fund a government-run “single-payer” healthcare system. A “no” vote is the only reasonable option.Â
Congress should reject regressive tobacco tax increase
The budget being debated in Washington, D.C. includes a tax increase that would hit low-income Californians the hardest and hinder California’s recovery – while also reducing state tax revenue, so...
Lawmakers should reject proposed tax hikes on phone service
The California Taxpayers Association is asking state lawmakers to vote “no” on AB 14 and SB 4.