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Golf Tax out of Budget Deal

Friends:

As you have probably heard, lawmakers in Sacramento have finally reached agreement on a budget deal. In good new for golfers, the golf tax IS NOT a part of this budget fix.

We’d like to thank the thousands of you who signed up for the coalition, wrote letters, made phone calls, participated in media activities and enthusiastically supported the efforts of the California Alliance for Golf (CAG) in the effort to stop the tax.

The golf tax was a near certainty at one point during the budget discussions; its elimination demonstrates the power the golf industry and individual golfers can wield if we work together to protect our great game.

While this win is significant, it is important that we remain organized, active and vigilant. Our state’s budget issues are not over, and now that the idea of a golf tax has been introduced, it is likely a lawmaker or the state’s tax commission will raise the issue again someday soon.

In addition to taxes on golf, there are other important issues, like water supply, that could greatly impact golf. CAG will need your support as these and other issues arise.

It’s more important than ever to continue to visit www.forecalifornia.com to stay updated on policies and regulations that could affect golf.

Again, thank you for your dedication to golf and your continued support.

Bob Bouchier
Executive Director
California Alliance for Golf