California Considers New Per-Passenger Tax That Could Increase Airfare
A new bill proposed in California, AB 2533, aims to introduce a tax on air travel. The legislation would impose a $25 fee on every passenger for both departures and arrivals at California airports. Supporters intend for the revenue to fund public transportation projects and discourage air travel for environmental reasons. However, the proposal faces strong opposition from airline industry groups. They argue the tax will make flying unaffordable for many, damage the state's economy, and unfairly burden travelers.
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