sales tax
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In November, voters will decide whether to approve a proposed half-cent county sales tax, entitled “Protect San Diego County Health and Safety Act.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
So if a venue increases prices to pay staff more, its revenues go up accordingly, and it must pay more sales tax.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
In June, county voters approved Measure ER, which imposes a half-cent sales tax estimated to bring in $1 billion a year to help cash-strapped hospitals, clinics and Planned Parenthood services.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
TOKYO—Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced plans to cut the sales tax on food to 1% from 8% for two years beginning in April 2027, potentially adding to market concerns about the country’s fiscal health.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
Meanwhile, Jake scanned the next customer’s items and did the math in his head, remembering to add sales tax to all non-food items.
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
