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The Local Sales Bill
Local sales tax to fund senior programs in Washington
Imposing a local sales tax wholly credited against the state sales tax to support programs for senior citizens.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
If passed, the bill would add a local sales tax but offset it with a state tax credit, using the money to pay for senior citizen programs.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Citizens may see the same overall tax bill, but local governments get money for seniors while the state loses revenue, which could affect other services.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill would create a local sales tax in Washington.
- The local tax revenue would be fully credited against the state sales tax.
- Money would be used for programs that help senior citizens.
- The bill is sponsored by four Republican representatives.
- It is currently introduced and has not been voted on.
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