Gavin Newsom wants to end California taxes on diapers, tampons
Californians would no longer pay sales taxes on tampons and diapers under a plan backed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
He announced the new policy Tuesday flanked by female lawmakers who have tried to end sales taxes on diapers and tampons for years, arguing they should not be taxed because they are medically necessary.
Newsom also said he will add $130 million for childcare and will double a proposed tax credit for families with children under 6 from $500 to $1,000 when he unveils his updated budget proposal this week.
He’s framing the plans as an effort to help young families afford to live in the state, which has some of the highest living costs in the country.
“I don’t care how well you’re doing. It hits the pocketbook,” he said, referencing his experience buying diapers for his own four children.
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