The Latest: California sends 'tampon tax' bill to governor

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - The Latest on action by the California Legislature (all times local):

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California lawmakers are sending a measure to Gov. Jerry Brown to remove the state sales tax on tampons and other feminine hygiene products.

AB1561 would abolish the so-called "tampon tax," making tampons, pads, menstrual cups and menstrual sponges exempt from the state's 7.

The Latest: California sends 'tampon tax' bill to governor