What did our schools do with the extra $9B?

By Taxpayers Association of Oregon
OregonWatchdog.com

In just over 10 years, Oregon schools statewide received $9.8 billion from brand “new” tax sources!

Here is the list:

• In 2012, politicians helped a pass measure stealing the business Kicker Tax Refund and diverting it to education.  Result = $2 billion more for education since.

• In 2014, school advocates backed legalizing marijuana because the pot tax would fund schools. Result = $220 million more for education since.

• In 2016, voters approved Ballot Measure 99 to divert lottery funds towards funding school outdoor programs. Result = nearly $50 million more for education since.

• In 2019, lawmakers approved one of the largest taxes in Oregon history (Corporate Activities Tax) to fund schools.  Result = $6 billion more for education since.

• In 2022, Congress had fully awarded Oregon $1.6 billion in Covid school assistance. Result = $1.6 billion more for schools.

Remember, these are all new sources of tax money for schools.

Where did the money go?

We ask the question because school districts are asking for higher taxes.  After some 15 years of non-stop new taxes just for schools, we should be expecting some tax relief.

— Was this article helpful?  If yes, please contribute online at OregonWatchdog.com (learn about a Charitable Tax Deduction or Political Tax Credit options to promote liberty).