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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 6Ch. 6Art. 8§ 12891 District Tax Levy Authority

§ 12891 District Tax Levy Authority

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 12891 District Tax Levy Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •A district can charge taxes for things they need money for.
  • •The taxes must be for something that's allowed by law.
  • •The district can collect the taxes themselves or make someone else do it.

Example

A school district needs money to buy new books for students.

The district can decide to add a small tax to people's bills to pay for the books. This is allowed because buying books is a good reason and follows the law.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 12891 District Tax Levy Authority

A district may levy, and collect or cause to be collected, taxes for any lawful purpose. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

districtlevycollecttaxeslawful purpose

Related Statutes

  • § 25891 District Tax Levy Authority
  • § 28952 District Tax Levy Authority
  • § 102203 District Tax Levy Authority
  • § 30502 District Tax Levy Authority
  • § 12896 District Tax Collection Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 12891.
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