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California leaders yet to reach deal to keep billionaire tax off the ballot. Time is running out
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Levi Sumagaysay, Marisa Kendall, Kristen Hwang and Yue Stella Yu | CalMatters , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 23, 2026
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Key takeaway In Los Angeles, supporters have rallied for a billionaire tax, with events such as the Billionaire Tax Now rally taking place in February.
State leaders in California are currently in negotiations with special interests regarding several high-profile measures. These talks are taking place ahead of an upcoming deadline. A deadline of Thursday has been set for the withdrawal of certain measures.
Further details about the negotiations and the measures in question are available from the source. In Los Angeles , supporters have rallied for a billionaire tax, with events such as the Billionaire Tax Now rally taking place in February. For more information on the ongoing negotiations and their potential impact, readers can refer to the original source.
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Category: local Published: June 23, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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