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SB 333

Transactions and use taxes: San Luis Obispo Council of Governments.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dawn Addis and 3 co-sponsors

SB 333 permits San Luis Obispo County to impose a voter-approved local sales tax to fund regional transportation and infrastructure projects.

Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 750, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · SB 333

Legislative bill overview

SB 333 authorizes the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) to impose a transactions and use tax in the county, subject to voter approval. The tax would be administered similarly to other local sales taxes in California and would apply to retail transactions and purchases within the jurisdiction.

Why is this important

This gives San Luis Obispo County a mechanism to fund regional transportation, infrastructure, or other public projects through a voter-approved local tax. Such measures are commonly used in California to finance transit systems, road improvements, and environmental initiatives without relying solely on state or federal funding.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax burden on residents and businesses: Local sales tax increases can disproportionately affect lower-income households and small businesses already facing economic pressures
  • Voter approval requirements: While voter consent provides democratic legitimacy, organizing and passing such measures requires significant campaign resources and community engagement
  • Revenue allocation uncertainty: The bill enables the tax but doesn't specify how revenues would be spent, leaving details to future local decisions that may not match all constituents' priorities

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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