Assembly Approves Beer Tax Increase and Senate Battle
California Assembly approves a beer tax raise from 2 to 7 cents per bottle, netting about 10 million dollars annually. Senate action expected, with opposition from labor and some Republicans. Other tax measures face Senate review and possible trimming, while water development and oil and gas taxes lag.
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Sacramento Politics and Budget Notes Highlight Legislation
A flurry of bills and actions in the California legislature surface, including AB 226 and AB 171 proposals on alcohol and state beer taxes, constitutional amendment talk, and a Senate budget discussion. Amid education and wage issues, lawmakers weigh reforms, with mentions of Governor’s agenda and Assembly amendments, while public notices reference salaries and policy debates.
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Porter hints governor may delay water bills to a special session
Porter of the Democratic party proposes deferring a 60 acre water argument to February next year. He suggests the issue could be tackled during a special session that would run with the 1960 budget session. Chairman Carley comments on the governor’s stance.
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Assessed Values Set for NYC Real Estate Taxes
The assessed valuation of taxable real estate in New York City was set Tuesday at $23,549,097,007. The figure anchors city tax discussions as lawmakers review property burdens and funding needs.
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L B Faces 4 6 Cent Tax Hike and Salary Raises
City budget plans show a 4.6 cent tax hike plus extensive salary increases. Vickers outlines adjustments to wage scales starting Aug 1 1959 and notes a $900000 contingency for general raises. Additional costs arise from special levies for Library Band Recreation and from Gas Water Harbor departments. The overall budget totals 30 693 691 with notable increases across several departments.
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Max Conrad Plans 7000-Mile Nonstop Flight to El Paso
The flying grandfather Max Conrad took off from Casablanca in a light plane aiming to cover 7000 miles nonstop to El Paso Texas in 50 hours for a world record. He seeks the title in a single flight record for light aircraft.
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