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politics9 days ago•6 min saved

Florida House advances ballot measure to end non-school property taxes on homesteads by 2027

The Florida House approved a joint resolution to place a constitutional amendment on the November ballot that would immediately end non-school property taxes for homesteaded properties beginning January 1, 2027, in an 80-30 vote along party lines. The Senate has not yet proposed a bill, and three-fifths support in both chambers is required to reach the ballot. Senate leaders say they’ll propose their own measure, potentially this session or in a special session. If approved, local governments could face large costs, and Gov. DeSantis has not unveiled a full plan, urging a careful, right approach over speed. The legislative session could extend beyond its scheduled end date.

via Florida Phoenix|

#ballot-measure #desantis #florida

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

California’s Billionaire Tax Faces Backlash as Realm of the Ultra-Rich Signal Relocation

California’s proposed Billionaire Tax Act would impose a one-time 5% wealth tax on residents with more than $1 billion in net worth, with about 90% of proceeds earmarked for healthcare and the rest for public education and food assistance. The measure, backed by SEIU-UHW, faces stiff political and legal headwinds, including opposition from Gov. Newsom and notable billionaires who have begun relocating business interests or considering leaving California. To reach the ballot in November, organizers must gather roughly 875,000 signatures by June 24. Experts warn revenue is uncertain and could be offset by capital flight, while supporters argue the tax could raise tens of billions to address budget gaps. The outcome remains unclear as debates intensify and potential challenges loom.

via Los Angeles Times|

#ballot-measure #billionaires #california

local-government1 month ago•29 min saved

SF Great Highway ballot bid collapses after deadline misses

San Francisco Supervisor Alan Wong failed to gather the four required signatures to place a ballot measure to reopen the Great Highway to cars on weekdays before the deadline; only Wong, Connie Chan, and Chyanne Chen signed, with other supervisors and insiders criticizing the late, opaque process. The measure would have allowed cars on weekdays and possibly weekends under undefined “exceptional circumstances,” while the park remained pedestrian- and bicycle-focused on weekends. The failure highlights political risk for Wong ahead of a June election and suggests future efforts may need broader, earlier community consultation.

via Mission Local|

#ballot-measure #great-highway #local-government

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Missouri Eyes Ballot to Phase Out Income Tax with Expanded Sales Tax

Gov. Mike Kehoe proposed placing a statewide ballot question to begin phasing out Missouri’s personal income tax within five years, funded by expanding the sales tax to cover digital and modern services (excluding agriculture, health care, and real estate). The move would require constitutional changes and legislative action, and faces opposition from Democrats who warn it could amount to a large tax increase even as Kehoe argues it would boost growth and provide local tax relief.

via Missouri Independent|

#ballot-measure #income-tax #missouri

politics1 month ago•1 min saved

Thiel Donates $3 Million to Fight California Wealth Tax Proposal

Venture capitalist Peter Thiel donated $3 million to a California Business Roundtable political committee opposing a proposed wealth tax on billionaires, part of a broader push by Silicon Valley elites to defeat the measure ahead of the November ballot; the donation marks the first seven-figure contribution in the effort and more large gifts are expected.

via The New York Times|

#ballot-measure #billionaires-tax #california-business-roundtable

local-government2 months ago•3 min saved

SF Supervisor Alan Wong Supports Reopening Great Highway

San Francisco Supervisor Alan Wong announced support for a 2026 ballot measure to reopen the Great Highway to cars during weekdays while keeping it car-free on weekends, a move that faces significant opposition and political complexities, including potential impacts on upcoming elections and local activism.

via Mission Local|

#alan-wong #ballot-measure #car-reopening

politics3 months ago•3 min saved

California voters approve redistricting measures, shaping future political landscape

California voters approved a Democratic-drawn redistricting map for 2026, allowing Democrats to potentially gain up to five House seats and bypass independent commissions, amidst a broader national context of partisan redistricting efforts by both parties in various states.

via NBC News|

#2026-elections #ballot-measure #california

politics5 months ago•5 min saved

Schwarzenegger Calls for Opposition to California Redistricting Plan

Arnold Schwarzenegger urges California voters to reject Gov. Gavin Newsom's ballot measure to gerrymander congressional districts, emphasizing his support for independent redistricting as a safeguard for democracy and criticizing partisan manipulation of district boundaries.

via The New York Times|

#arnold-schwarzenegger #ballot-measure #california

politics6 months ago•1 min saved

California Supreme Court Rejects GOP Redistricting Challenges Amid Political Tensions

The California Supreme Court rejected a Republican challenge to a proposed redistricting measure, clearing the way for it to appear on the November ballot. The measure, part of California's response to gerrymandering concerns, was challenged by GOP plaintiffs arguing that the independent commission should control redistricting, but the court dismissed the lawsuit. This decision follows other legal setbacks for Republican efforts to block the measure, including a rejection of a similar petition last week.

via Democracy Docket|

#ballot-measure #california #gop-challenge

politics6 months ago•1 min saved

California Leads Effort to Counter Texas in Redistricting Battle

California Governor Gavin Newsom has raised $6.2 million online in a week for a ballot measure to redraw congressional maps, energizing the Democratic base amid a nationwide redistricting fight that began in Texas, with potential implications for his 2028 presidential ambitions.

via The New York Times|

#ballot-measure #democratic #fundraising

politics6 months ago•6 min saved

Newsom Launches California Redistricting Campaign and Calls for Special Election

California Governor Gavin Newsom has launched a campaign to ask voters to approve a new congressional map through a ballot measure, aiming to counteract potential gerrymandering by Republican-led states and to oppose Donald Trump. The measure involves disbanding the current independent redistricting commission for upcoming elections and returning map-drawing power to the commission after the next census, with the goal of helping Democrats gain more seats in the House. The campaign is politically charged, expensive, and controversial, with mixed public support and opposition from some reform advocates.

via The New York Times|

#ballot-measure #california-redistricting #gavin-newsom

politics6 months ago•15 min saved

California's Redistricting Battles and Political Strategies

California's governor Gavin Newsom is pushing for a statewide vote on mid-decade redistricting, which could significantly impact the national political landscape by potentially adding more Democratic seats and serving as a referendum on Trump-era policies, amid high political spending and complex coalition-building efforts.

via Politico|

#ballot-measure #california #democracy

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

California Voters Reject $18 Minimum Wage Proposal

California voters narrowly rejected Proposition 32, a ballot measure to increase the state's minimum wage to $18 per hour by 2026, marking the first defeat of such a measure nationwide since 1996. With 92% of votes counted, 50.8% opposed the measure, citing concerns over increased costs for employers and potential job losses. The California Chamber of Commerce opposed the measure, emphasizing economic concerns. Despite this, California's current minimum wage remains among the highest in the U.S., with specific sectors like fast food and healthcare having even higher minimums.

via NBC News|

#ballot-measure #california #economic-impact

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Nebraska Voters Uphold 12-Week Abortion Ban in 2024 Election

Nebraska voters have approved a ballot measure to enshrine the state's current 12-week abortion ban in the constitution, with 55% support, while a competing measure to expand abortion access received 49% support. This decision marks a setback for reproductive rights advocates in the state. The measure needed a majority and at least 35% of total votes cast to pass, with the one receiving more votes being adopted if both cleared the threshold.

via NBC News|

#abortion #ballot-measure #nebraska

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Arizona Voters Secure Abortion Rights in State Constitution

Arizona voters have passed Proposition 139, a constitutional amendment guaranteeing abortion access up to fetal viability, around 24 weeks, with exceptions for the health of the pregnant person. This measure overturns the state's previous 15-week abortion ban and is expected to lead to legal challenges against other existing abortion regulations. The amendment was supported by a significant campaign effort, gathering over 800,000 signatures and raising $32 million.

via NPR|

#abortion #arizona #ballot-measure