California 1991-1992, 1st Special Session Status: Introduced

AB 23 — Sales and use taxes: exemptions: newspapers or periodicals.

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Assembly
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 1991-1992, 1st Special Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill exempts newspapers and periodicals from sales and use taxes.

AB 23 aims to remove sales and use tax on newspapers and periodicals in California. This change is intended to support journalism and increase access to information.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: This means you can access newspapers and periodicals without the added cost of sales tax.
  • Small Business: Local publishers may benefit from increased sales as they no longer charge sales tax on their products.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The amendment to Bill AB 23 involves adding a new line of text and removing another. While the specifics of the added content aren’t provided, any addition typically aims to clarify the bill’s intent or improve its implementation. It's important for ensuring the legislation is effective and meets its objectives, as changes may reflect feedback from stakeholders or address previous concerns.

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Sponsors

  • Burton · Cosponsor
  • Gotch · Cosponsor
  • Alpert · Cosponsor

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0 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 119 not signed on

Sponsors (0)

None.

Co-sponsors (3)

  • Burton
  • Gotch
  • Alpert

Not signed on (119)

119 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors AB 23?
AB 23 is sponsored by Burton, Gotch, and Alpert.
What is the current status of AB 23?
This bill died with 1991-1992, 1st Special Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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