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What is Measure ER? Why some say LA County sales tax increase is crucial after health cuts

Measure ER proposes a half-percent sales tax increase in LA County for five years to fund healthcare and essential services.
Supporters say Measure ER could generate about $1 billion annually to support healthcare and other essential services.
Opponents argue the tax would burden working-class residents and that money would go to the county general fund rather than targeted healthcare use.
Supporter Holly Mitchell argues closing clinics would push more patients to emergency rooms.
Critics say the federal cuts and state revisions have already harmed local healthcare funding, worsening access.
L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger opposes tax increases and urges broader statewide solutions.
Proponents say ER would alleviate ER overcrowding by maintaining access to care amid clinic closures.
LA County voters have one week left to vote on Measure ER before the June 2 primary.
Measure ER would fund healthcare, but supporters emphasize broader health impacts beyond clinics.
The debate centers on whether targeted taxes or broader reforms are needed for LA County health funding.

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