The court battle in California over a measure that would make it harder for the state and local governments to raise taxes is pitting Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom against business groups and taxpayer advocates.
The lawsuit filed by Newsom, the Legislature, and John Burton argues that the measure would curtail revenue needed for essential public services in local communities, and hinder responses to emergencies like earthquakes and pandemics.
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