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San Diego County Measure B proposes half-cent sales tax for childcare and public safety

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 29
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What happened

Some supportReported by 1 outlet

Measure B is a proposed countywide half-cent sales tax in San Diego County. Supporters state the measure would generate an estimated $400 million annually. The proposal allocates $88 million yearly toward childcare and child development services, with $32 million designated for stipends for licensed providers and $32 million for family vouchers.

From kpbs.org

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The measure would generate significant revenue for San Diego County. Of the $88 million allocated to childcare, an additional $24 million would fund early childhood mental and behavioral health services. The measure would also generate $70 million for other purposes.

From kpbs.org

Who's involved

  • San Diego CountyThe county where the proposed sales tax measure is being advocated for.
  • PrimoA campaign volunteer advocating for the measure on behalf of Parent Voices San Diego.
  • board of supervisorsThe body that would need to approve the new sales tax and allocate public safety funds.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • board of supervisorsSpeculative

    The board of supervisors might be required to approve a new sales tax and allocate over $70 million in public safety funds.

Possible ripples

Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.

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Coverage

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