SOS DC Urges Progressive Tax To Save DC Services

(Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO)

With the DC Council deciding in the coming weeks how to fix a $175 million budget shortfall, SOS DC says that “Rather than more cuts, it is time for a balanced approach that includes progressive revenue.” The community coalition is urging city leaders to create a new tax bracket of 9.5% for income over $200,000, 1% more than the current top rate of 8.5%. “The revenue raised can help preserve the programs we are thankful for,” says SOS DC. The group also urged those concerned about this issue to click here to email Council Chairman Vince Gray to ask him “to take a balanced approach and protect the programs you care about.” -Ruth Castel-Branco, DC Jobs with Justice