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Proposed 1% General Sales Tax Measure
Santa Barbara County
Summary
The county considered placing a 1% sales tax measure on the June 2026 ballot to address projected budget shortfalls and backfill federal funding cuts, but ultimately took no action due to lack of board consensus.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Feb 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Would generate approximately $16.7 million annually in unincorporated areas.
✅Who benefits
Residents relying on county health, social services, and emergency programs.
⚠️Who could be affected
Unincorporated area consumers facing increased sales tax burdens.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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