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We’re mobilizing to make the super rich pay their fair share of city taxes and stop shifting that burden on to us, frontline workers. It’s no secret: our city keeps facing big financial challenges and our jobs keep being put at risk – to the point where we had to go on a ULP Strike during our last round of contract bargaining.
While we consistently fight off furloughs and defend against contracting out, the wealthiest are making off like bandits.
We’re done waiting for the wealthiest of the wealthy to pay their fair share while the city tries to balance the budget on our backs.
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That’s why we’re taking action – proposing serious city revenue-generating strategies, and stepping up to protect our jobs and the vital services our communities rely on.
Join us in reforming the Gross Receipt Tax (GRT) to ensure greedy corporations pay their fair share.
Reforming the GRT would be a financial gamechanger, and we can expect to raise between $700 million to $800 million annually in much needed revenue. That’s money that goes into city coffers to help tackle chronic short staffing and other city needs.
Not only do we need to reform the GRT – we need to defend it. Big Business successfully lobbied to place a GRT repeal on the November 2026 ballot. If passed, it would devastate the city’s budget.
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“We need GRT reform now. There is absolutely no reason to forego hundreds of millions of dollars while the City of Los Angeles continually struggles to find funding for basic city services – and for the staff to provide those services. ” – Simboa Wright, SEIU 721 Vice President and LA City Employee
Why Do We Need GRT Reform?
Right now, the GRT is one flat rate for all businesses – no matter if it’s a mom & pop shop or a giant corporation.
Reforming the GRT is one way we plan to get at the root cause of our city’s financial challenges.
How Can We Reform the GRT?
We propose that the City of Los Angeles reform the GRT by:
- Altering it from one flat rate to graduated rates that increase for larger businesses, closing loopholes and ensuring giant corporations do their part.
- Expanding the small business exemption from $100,000 to $500,000 in local receipts.
Where Can I Learn More?
To learn more, read our groundbreaking report, “A Fair Funding Framework: Progressive Tax Revenue Strategies for a Better LA.” It details how we plan to make the super rich pay their fair share – and make sure that future city budget are NOT balanced on the backs of city workers.
Together, we win!
