Ballots continue to be counted and processed across California, with several closely watched statewide propositions still undecided. The final results are scheduled to be certified on December 11.
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Here is the latest status of California’s propositions:
Prop 40: California Billionaires Wealth Tax
The measure would levy a one-time 5% tax on California residents whose wealth exceeds $1 billion, with most of the resulting revenue directed toward healthcare programs.
Prop 40 would not directly affect most Californians. Supporters say it could raise tens of billions of dollars for public services, while critics argue the tax could push wealthy residents and their businesses out of the state.
“No” votes currently lead with 55.59%, compared with 44.41% for “Yes,” leaving the proposal on track for defeat.
- Status: Headed for defeat
Prop 3: Permanent Funding for Schools and Healthcare
This proposal would extend California’s existing income-tax surcharge on high earners beyond its scheduled expiration in 2031, providing continued funding for education and healthcare initiatives.
The surcharge applies to individual incomes above $371,000 and joint incomes above $743,000. Revenue would support public schools and community colleges.
The additional funds are projected to generate between $5 billion and $15 billion annually for K–12 education and healthcare programs.
Prop 45: Faster Environmental Reviews and Firm Deadlines
The measure would streamline environmental reviews and impose stricter deadlines under the California Environmental Quality Act, or CEQA. It would cover construction, improvement, maintenance, repair and replacement projects, as well as infrastructure such as roads and water systems and new energy development.
Supporters contend the changes would accelerate housing and infrastructure construction. Opponents counter that the proposal could weaken environmental safeguards.
Prop 39: Voter ID Requirement
The proposal would require government-issued identification for in-person voting, additional identifying information on mail-in ballots and a sworn declaration of citizenship. Supporters say the changes would strengthen election security.
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The measure has failed, meaning California’s existing voting rules remain unchanged and voters will not be required to show photo identification at polling places.
Prop 41: Limits on New Taxes and Audits
The proposition would restrict new state taxes whose revenue falls outside California’s spending limit. It would also require audits and additional oversight for programs financed by newly created taxes. In effect, the measure would block taxes designed to bypass the state’s standard spending cap.
- Status: Headed for defeat
Prop 42: Ban on New Personal Property Taxes
The proposal would prohibit new taxes on personal property and certain retroactive tax increases. It is intended to limit implementation of the proposed wealth tax. If both measures pass, the proposition receiving more votes would take precedence.
- Status: Headed for approval
Prop 43: Two-Thirds Vote for Local Special Taxes
This measure would raise the threshold for approving local special tax proposals from a simple majority to two-thirds of voters, making local tax increases more difficult to pass.
- Status: Headed for defeat
Prop 1: Bonds for Affordable Housing Programs
The proposition would authorize $11.25 billion in state bonds for affordable housing. The money could be used to build, rehabilitate and preserve housing, as well as support homeownership assistance programs for veterans.
Prop 37: Homebuyer Loan Program
The measure would create a loan program for middle-income buyers purchasing qualifying new homes. Participants could put down as little as 3%, rather than the conventional 20% down payment.
Prop 38: Bonds for Immunology Medical Research
The proposal would authorize $8.4 billion in state bonds for biomedical research into immune-based treatments for serious illnesses, including cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and heart disease.
- Status: Headed for approval
Prop 44: Spending Requirements for Community Health Clinics
The measure would require federally qualified health centers to devote at least 90% of their revenue to patient care and related services. Clinics that fail to meet the requirement could be fined, with the money redirected to workforce training.
Prop 2: Expands California’s Rainy Day Fund
This proposal would increase the state’s budget reserve deposit cap from the current 10% to 20% of General Fund revenue. It would also allow limited use of the reserve to reduce unemployment insurance debt.
Prop 4: Public Campaign Financing
The measure would repeal a ban on state and local governments financing election campaigns, allowing them to create publicly funded campaign systems for candidates.
- Status: Headed for defeat
Prop 5: Changes to Recall Election Rules
The proposal would fill vacancies created by successful recalls through a special election, ending automatic replacement elections. The office would remain vacant until that separate election, and recalled officials would be allowed to run again.
- Status: Split, with a slight tip toward approval