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FPPC Investigates Santa Clara Leaders Over Measure A Misuse

4/8/2026

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The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) is investigating Santa Clara County leaders over Measure A.
Measure A is a voter-approved sales tax to shield public hospitals from federal funding cuts.
Anti-tax groups filed complaints alleging misuse of public funds for campaign mailers discussing budget impacts from H.R. 1.
Local leaders later supported Measure A, expected to raise about $330 million annually for hospital services.

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The Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) is investigating Santa Clara County leaders over Measure A.
Measure A is a voter-approved sales tax to shield public hospitals from federal funding cuts.
Anti-tax groups filed complaints alleging misuse of public funds for campaign mailers discussing budget impacts from H.R. 1.
Local leaders later supported Measure A, expected to raise about $330 million annually for hospital services.