Proposition 32 [Ballot]

Nov 5, 2024 - Each adjustment matches U.S. inflation, except in two cases: If inflation is negative, the adjustment is zero. If inflation exceeds 3.5  percent, the adjustment is 3.5  percent. State Sets Higher Minimum Wages for Some Employers.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Proposition?number=32&year=2024

Raising the personal income taxes for certain households to fund zero-emission vehicle programs and wildfire-related activities. [Ballot]

Dec 27, 2021 - Raising the personal income taxes for certain households to fund zero-emission vehicle programs and wildfire-related activities. [Ballot] Pursuant to Elections Code Section 9005, we have reviewed the proposed statutory initiative that would raise personal income taxes for certain households to fund zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) programs and wildfire-related activities (A.G.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2021-037

Residency rules for state personal income tax purposes. [Ballot]

Jan 27, 2026 - Background California Residents Pay Tax on All Their Income. California residents pay state income taxes on all their income, including wages, investment income, and capital gains, even if the income was earned outside the state.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-039

Raising taxes on certain corporations to fund zero-emission vehicle programs and wildfire-related activities. [Ballot]

Dec 27, 2021 - Raising taxes on certain corporations to fund zero-emission vehicle programs and wildfire-related activities. [Ballot] Pursuant to Elections Code Section 9005, we have reviewed the proposed statutory initiative that would raise taxes on certain corporations to fund zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) programs and wildfire-related activities (A.G.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2021-038

The applicability of tax increases to the state’s constitutional requirements. [Ballot]

Jan 27, 2026 - The General Fund is the state ’s main operating account and pays for most public services including education, health care, and prisons. The state budget also has other funds, many known as special funds.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-038

Property tax rules for inherited property. [Ballot]

Jan 21, 2026 - Homeowners who receive the exem ption would still pay other property-related taxes and charges that are not based on the taxable value of their property. Fiscal Effects Reduced Property Tax Revenue for Schools and Other Local Governments.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-035

Contracting with attorneys. [Ballot]

Dec 17, 2025 - Background In Noncriminal Legal Matters, People Typically Pay for Attorneys ’ Services. In criminal court cases, the government is required to provide and pay for attorneys for people who are unable to afford private attorneys.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-027

New tax on the wealth of billionaires. [Ballot]

Dec 11, 2025 - Billionaires living in California on January 1, 2026 would have to pay a one-time state tax equal to 5  percent of their net worth. The tax would be due in 2027. Taxpayers would have the option to spread the payments over five years, but would have to pay more to do so.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-024

Minimum wage. [Ballot]

Jan 24, 2022 - Each adjustment will reflect U.S. inflation, except in two cases: If inflation is negative, the adjustment will be zero. If inflation exceeds 3.5  percent, the adjustment will be 3.5  percent. Governor May Postpone Minimum Wage Increases.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2021-043

Relating to attorney fees and medical damages in motor vehicle accident cases. [Ballot]

Nov 24, 2025 - Under this kind of contract, clients typicall y only pay their attorneys if they settle or win the case. Attorneys generally pay for up-front litigation costs related to the cases (such as court fees and evidence collection costs).
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-022