June 11
Under this measure, political contributions for state offices could only be made by (1) individual California residents eligible to vote and (2) political parties. Upon resignation, death, or defeat, the contributed funds would become the property of the candidate or office holder (or his or her estate). In addition, the measure requires that all political contributions be made through the SOS.
April 30
This measure would allow certain personal income tax (PIT) taxpayers earning less than a specified amount to benefit from a larger standard deduction than is currently available and have their resulting taxable income taxed at a new rate of 2.5 percent. The measure would result in a reduction in revenues that are raised from the PIT.
April 28
This measure amends the State Constitution to require parental notification of the instruction of sex education. Specifically, the measure: requires notification regarding specific topics, requires approval for each instructional day, restricts instruction of certain topics to junior high and high schools, specifies contents of parental notification, allows for copying of materials or approval forms, and allows parents to collect damages for violations.
April 28
This measure amends the State Constitution to require parental notification of the instruction of sex education. Specifically, the measure: requires notification regarding specific topics, requires approval for each instructional day, restricts instruction of certain topics to junior high and high schools, specifies contents of parental notification, allows for copying of materials or approval forms, and allows parents to collect damages for violations.
April 25
This measure amends the Constitution to define a variety of terms relating to the existing constitutional provision regarding property compensation. Generally speaking, this measure would make it easier for a property owner to receive compensation.
April 17
This measure prohibits businesses involved in financial-related activities (as defined by federal law) from disclosing information and data about their customers unless they have obtained the customer’s consent (an “opt in” provision).
April 15
This statutory measure amends the Penal Code to prohibit the housing of a farm pig in an enclosure too small for the pig to turn around. Specifically, the measure does not apply when the animal is transported or during medical examinations. The measure also allows pigs to be housed in this manner during the seven-day period prior to the expected date of giving birth and until the weaning of its offspring.
April 15
This measure amends both the State’s Constitution and statute regarding changes in vote requirements, salaries and expenses for the Governor and Legislature, General Fund Reserve requirements, provision related to punishment of Legislators, and Ballot Pamphlet budget summaries.
March 24
The measure amends the State Constitution to allow Las Vegas- and Atlantic City-type gaming in the City of Adelanto for a period of 28 years. The measure establishes the People’s Gaming Act Commission, a three-member body appointed by the Governor. This state commission would regulate gaming and issue gaming permits to the City of Adelanto.