SALES TAX INCREASE
The sales tax will increase in five counties beginning Monday. The higher taxes, approved by voters last year, will help finance specific programs in each county.
CURRENT NEW TAX COUNTY RATE RATE PURPOSE Los Angeles 6.5% 7% Transportation Orange 6% 6.5% Transportation San Joaquin 6% 6.5% Transportation Santa Cruz 6.5% 7% Earthquake repairs Sonoma 6% 6.25% Purchase of open space
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