[ SHOWGSD-L ] FYI
- From: Crossroadsgsd@xxxxxxx
- To: showgsd-l@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:52:43 EST
Say "No" to a tax on veterinary services!
Governor Schwarzenegger wants to raise millions by adding a tax on
veterinary services. This will be reflected directly on YOUR BILL at the end
of every
visit.
On November 6, 2008, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger called for an increase
in the California state sales tax to address the multi-billion dollar deficit
in the budget, and proposed a sales tax on all veterinary services. This was
part of a larger combination of program cuts and revenue increases to balance
the state budget.
This proposal could add approximately 9% to the cost of veterinary care.
Many animals won't get the necessary medical care and treatment they deserve
because veterinary services will be more expensive. Pets are part of our
families and a lot of families are already facing financial hardship in this
weak
economy. Increasing the cost of veterinary care will only lead to more animals
being abandoned, or euthanized. It's not fair for your pets to suffer because
the state cannot balance its budget.
Here's what you can do to help stop the tax on veterinary services!
Write letters, make phone calls, send emails, or fax your comments to the
Governor and to your elected officials. If writing, try to personalize your
letter and be brief. Let them know that pets are family members and this
proposed tax will add a huge financial burden to your family. Ask that
veterinary
services be removed from the Governor's proposal.
If you need assistance, go to the California Veterinary Medical Association
website at _www.cvma.net_ (http://www.cvma.net/) for additional facts and
contact information. It is important that every pet owner be heard. Please
take
action today for your pets and write a letter. The Governor wants his
proposal passed by the end of November so he needs to hear from you now!
Sincerely,
The Doctors and Staff at Belmont Shore Veterinary Hospital
Cathleen Bennett & Joe Guay
Rialto, Ca
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