Without the billionaire tax, everyone in California will feel the effects of federal spending cuts. We need real solutions to save access to healthcare in our state, not smoke and mirrors. #BillionaireTaxNow 2/2
An independent poll found that 6 in 10 adults and likely voters support a one-time 5% wealth tax on billionaires. Although there is some partisan divide on the proposal, the majority support the proposal, even across regions and demographic groups. 1/2
CBS LA covered our kickoff rally with Senator Bernie Sanders. Watch now: https://cbsn.ws/4balLH1
Billionaires in California have TRIPLED their wealth in recent years. Are we really supposed to feel bad about them paying a one-time, 5% tax to keep our hospitals and ERs open? That’s pocket change for billionaires. #BillionaireTaxNow
We can’t allow hospitals and emergency rooms to shut their doors because billionaires insist on paying less than working families. #BillionaireTaxNow
Despite misleading reports, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg remained a California resident as of January 1, 2026, and would still be subject to the one-time, 5% billionaire tax to keep hospitals and ERs open. #BillionaireTaxNow
Woman in a crowded theatre wearing a face mask holding a large yellow sign saying "Stop the Healthcare Collapse."
Senator Bernie Sanders delivering a speech at a podium with a sign labeled "Billionaire Tax Now!" and a QR code visible.
Diverse group of supporters at a rally inside a theatre raise their fists in solidarity.
Theatre sign at the Wiltern that says "Vote Yes California Billionaire Tax 2/18/26."
Stop the healthcare collapse. #BillionaireTaxNow
If we don’t act, hospitals and ERs are going to close. For what? So billionaires can own another yacht? #BillionaireTaxNow
We hit the 25% signature goal. We are on our way to 100%!
Californians: We’re one step closer to making billionaires chip in to keep hospitals and ERs open. #BillionaireTaxNow
10 billion is pocket change for these oligarchs. @sanders.senate.gov #BillionaireTaxNow
We’re still basking in the glow of our amazing kickoff event. Thank you to everyone who made this possible. #BillionaireTaxNow
We debuted our first ad during the Olympic finals and closing ceremony. ▶️Watch Now.
🚨UNITE HERE Local 30 and UNITE HERE Local 11 endorse the billionaire tax. #BillionaireTaxNow
When we stand together, we can protect the healthcare services our community depends on. #BillionaireTaxNow
A group of people sitting in chairs holding signs advocating for a billionaire tax. Signs read "Keep Hospitals and ERs Open" and "Stop the Healthcare Collapse."
A diverse crowd in a theater holds blue signs with "Keep Hospitals and ERs Open."
Five men, wearing jackets with Teamsters union logos, pose together holding a T-shirt that reads "Tax the Billionaires." They stand in front of a banner that says "Billionaire Tax Now."
People at an indoor rally hold signs reading "Billionaire Tax Now, Vote Yes 11/3/26." The room is dimly lit.
When we stand together, we can protect vital access to healthcare for all Californians 🏥. #BillionaireTaxNow
The billionaire class cannot have it all. This nation belongs to ALL of us. @sanders.senate.gov #BillionaireTaxNow
A woman speaks passionately at a podium with a sign saying "Billionaire Tax Now! Stop the Healthcare Collapse" and a QR code.
Sen. Bernie Sanders passionately speaking at a podium with a microphone, gesturing with one hand raised. Podium sign reads "Billionaire Tax Now! Stop the Healthcare Collapse."
Three women hold signs advocating for a "Billionaire Tax Now" at a public event.
Man speaks passionately at a podium with the sign "Billionaire Tax Now! Stop the Healthcare Collapse." He raises a fist, conveying determination.
A person speaks passionately at a podium with a "Billionaire Tax Now! Stop the Healthcare Collapse" sign while wearing a red "Unite Here" T-shirt.
A person in a lab coat speaks passionately at a podium labeled "Billionaire Tax Now! Stop the Healthcare Collapse," conveying urgency and advocacy.
Person holding a blue sign reading "Keep Hospitals and ERs Open. Billionaire Tax Now. Vote Yes 11/3/26" at a public event.
We won't let oligarchs take our healthcare access. #BillionaireTaxNow
The race is on for the California Billionaire Tax. @BernieSanders #BillionaireTaxNow
Graphic showing a man gesturing passionately at a mic raising fist up with quote reading: "Healthcare is the difference between stability and collapse for millions of families." - Nidal Rafeedie
“Healthcare is the difference between stability and collapse for millions of families”
-Nidal Rafeedie, Vice President of Teamsters Local 1932 and Respiratory Therapist
Man in a red "UNITE HERE Local 11" shirt speaks at a podium labeled "Billionaire Tax Now." Quote highlights health risks without medication.
“Without my medication, my health — and my life — are at risk”
-Lisandro Preza, UNITE HERE Local 11 member and a Medicaid patient who recently lost their coverage
A smiling man in a suit with a blurred green background. Text reads: "California gubernatorial candidate Tony Thurmond endorses California Billionaire Tax. Billionaire Tax NOW, vote yes 11/3/26."
🚨 @tonythurmond.bsky.social backs the billionaire tax. #BillionaireTaxNow
A woman stands at a podium labeled "Billionaire Tax Now! Stop the Healthcare Collapse," speaking at a campaign event. The text highlights a quote advocating fair taxes on billionaires to support healthcare services.
"By standing together to ensure that billionaires pay their fair share, we can protect the healthcare services our communities depend on.”
- Dr. Jackline Lasola, OB-GYN physician and member of Committee of Interns and Residents/SEIU local 1957
A woman speaks at a podium labeled "Billionaire Tax Now! Stop the Healthcare Collapse." The poster urges a vote for taxing billionaires to prevent hospital closures. With text: Here's the truth: if California doesn't tax the billionaires, hospitals will close their doors forever, and the patient care crisis will get much, much worse. Mayra Castaneda Ultrasound technologist and member leader of SEIU-UHW LIVE FROM THE LOS ANGELES CAMPAIGN KICKOFF EVENT.
“Here’s the truth: if California doesn’t tax the billionaires, hospitals will close their doors forever, and the patient care crisis will get much, much worse.”
-Mayra Castaneda, ultrasound technologist and member leader SEIU-UHW
“Families deserve to know that local hospitals and ERs will close because billionaires insist on paying less than working families,” Suzanne Jimenez, the chief of staff at SEIU, said in a written statement to SFGATE.
billionairetaxnow.org/this-is-not-a-drill
Split image promoting the "Billionaire Tax" campaign. Features individuals speaking at podiums with emphatic gestures. Text urges protecting California's hospitals and ERs, with a vote date of 11/3/26. Tone is urgent and empowering.
Thank you to all the union members from across our growing coalition who took to the stage to stop the healthcare collapse and have billionaires pay their fair share. UNITE HERE Local 11, Teamsters California, CIR/SEIU and @seiu-uhw.bsky.social. #BillionaireTaxNow
Yellow graphic with blue text reading: The Fight Starts Now. Save hospitals, Keep ERs open, Protect Healthcare. Billionaire Tax Now. Vote Yes 11/3/26.
Healthcare, public education and food assistance are all facing massive funding cuts because billionaires insist on having even more tax breaks. We can change that. #BillionaireTaxNow
Bernie Sanders speaks at podium at the Billionaire Tax Now! event at The Wiltern in Los Angeles California.
Thank you @sanders.senate.gov for joining us to kick-off the #BillionaireTaxNow campaign in LA!
Hospitals closing. ERs stretched thin. Care harder to reach. $100B in federal cuts are pushing California’s healthcare system to the brink. We’re collecting signatures on a measure that would stop the collapse: a one-time 5% tax on the wealthiest billionaires to keep care in our communities.
