The Billionaire Tax Act would impose a one-time tax of 5% on the total wealth of California tax residents whose net worth is $1 billion or more.
Why some billionaires are racing to leave California — and why it may be too late
A measure to impose a one-time 5% tax on California billionaires could be on the ballot in November. Proponents say that the roughly $100 billion raised by the bill, which would tax about 200 people, would help offset federal cuts to health care. In an effort by lawmakers to prevent billionaires from fleeing California before… Continue reading Why some billionaires are racing to leave California — and why it may be too late
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