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politics21 hours ago•4 min saved

DeSantis pitches plan to virtually erase Florida property taxes for most homeowners

Gov. Ron DeSantis introduced a property tax proposal to raise the homestead exemption to $250,000 and eventually $500,000, aiming to eliminate property taxes for about 92% of Florida homeowners; he called lawmakers back for a special session to add a ballot amendment and set up a state trust fund to aid local governments during the transition, with passage requiring 60% legislative approval and 60% voter support in November.

via miamiherald.com|

#ballot-measure #desantis #florida

transportation1 day ago•13 min saved

Bay Area transit lifeline clears signature hurdle, headed to November ballot

Organizers surpassed the signature threshold to qualify a five-county BART rescue measure for the November ballot, potentially delivering about $310 million to sustain BART and regional transit agencies and avoid significant service cuts. The measure requires a majority vote across San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties and would include independent financial efficiency reviews. Campaigning now shifts from qualification to winning passage.

via Mission Local|

#ballot-measure #bart #bay-area

politics8 days ago•3 min saved

Oregon voters nix proposed transportation funding package

Oregon voters rejected Measure 120, a transportation funding package that would have raised the gas tax, elevated vehicle fees and temporarily increased payroll taxes to boost funding for roads, bridges, and transit. With about 83% voting against and 17% in support, the defeat means no immediate changes to current taxes, but officials warn a long-term funding gap remains, likely keeping transportation funding on the agenda for the 2027 session.

via KATU|

#ballot-measure #gas-tax #measure-120

politics15 days ago•6 min saved

Colorado Voters to Lock TABOR Refunds into Expanded K-12 Funding

Colorado voters will decide in November whether to allow the state to keep TABOR refunds and raise the cap to match the maximum annual K-12 spending, starting with a 2% increase in K-12 funding (about $107 million in year one) and directing the rest of any surplus to other kids’ programs; at least half of each year's TABOR surplus would go to K-12, with full implementation expected to take about a decade, and the measure does not require governor approval to appear on the ballot. Supporters say it would boost teacher pay and reduce turnover; opponents worry about expanding government beyond the cap.

via The Colorado Sun|

#ballot-measure #colorado #education-funding

politics18 days ago•17 min saved

Oregon voters weigh road funding in new gas-tax proposal as prices rise

Oregon Democrats’ plan to raise the state gas tax to fund road improvements goes to voters, arriving amid climbing gasoline prices and ongoing debate over transportation funding.

via AP News|

#ballot-measure #fuel-prices #gas-tax

politics1 month ago•38 min saved

California Billionaire Tax Clears Ballot Signature Threshold, Organizers Say

Organizers say a California ballot measure to tax billionaires has gathered more than enough signatures to qualify for the ballot; after state verification, voters would decide on a proposal to tax the wealthiest residents to fund public services.

via Forbes|

#ballot-measure #billionaire-tax #california-politics

politics1 month ago•18 min saved

California to decide on citizenship-proof ID at polls in 2026

Californians will decide in November 2026 whether to require proof of citizenship and a government-issued ID to vote, with mail ballots needing the last four digits of an ID and registration verified each time a vote is cast. The GOP-backed measure, led by Carl DeMaio, has qualified for the ballot and drawn about $10 million in support; supporters say it fights fraud, while opponents including major unions warn it could suppress turnout among the poor and people of color. A UC Berkeley poll shows broad support for voter ID, but support drops to 37% when voters are told it could suppress eligible votes.

via CalMatters|

#ballot-measure #california-elections #carl-demaio

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

California voters to decide on voter ID requirement this fall

Californians will vote in November on a constitutional amendment to require identification for in-person voting or an ID number on mail ballots, with county registrars verifying citizenship; the measure, led by Assemblymember Carl DeMaio, qualified for the ballot after more than 962,000 valid signatures. Supporters say it boosts election integrity and aligns California with most states, while opponents warn it could disenfranchise voters. The campaign has raised about $8.8 million, mainly from Reform California and donor Richard Uihlein; Democrats have yet to mount a strong countercampaign, and polls show a near-even split on the measure.

via Politico|

#ballot-measure #california #demaio

politics1 month ago•27 min saved

LA mansion tax faces statewide challenge as California eyes broader tax cuts

California’s Local Taxpayer Protection Act would sharply cap municipal transfer taxes and raise the bar for local tax increases, placing Los Angeles’s Measure ULA mansion tax—which has raised over $1 billion for housing—at the center of the debate. Supporters seek statewide reform, while critics argue the measure slows development and harms city funding; the fate of ULA depends on ballot qualification timing, potential last-minute deals in Sacramento and LA, and mixed public opinion.

via CalMatters|

#ballot-measure #california-politics #housing

politics1 month ago•402 min saved

Virginia Approves Democratic Redistricting Plan for 2026–2030 Map

Virginia voters approved a Democratic plan to redraw the state’s congressional map for the 2026–2030 decade, potentially giving Democrats about 10 of Virginia’s 11 House seats. NBC News reports the measure passed 51.3% to 48.7% with about 155,000 votes still outstanding; county results show early wins for Yes in suburban counties like Loudoun while No leads remain in some rural counties, reflecting a broader, partisan redistricting battle ahead of the 2026 midterms.

via NBC News|

#2026-midterms #ballot-measure #democrats

elections1 month ago•19 min saved

Virginia backs temporary redistricting amendment, reshaping the House map

Virginia voters approved a temporary constitutional amendment to let Democrats redraw congressional districts, potentially adding up to four Democratic-leaning seats and returning Virginia to a bipartisan redistricting commission in 2030.

via The Washington Post|

#ballot-measure #congress #democrats

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Virginia ballot measure could tilt control of the U.S. House

Virginia voters will decide a single statewide ballot measure that would allow the Democratic-majority General Assembly to temporarily redraw congressional districts through 2030, after which a nonpartisan redistricting commission would take over. If approved, Democrats could gain a net of up to four House seats in the looming midterms. The measure is endorsed by Democrats including Gov. Spanberger, Biden, and Obama and opposed by former GOP governors; fundraising favors supporters. Polls close at 7 p.m. ET. About 6,386,877 registered voters are eligible, and roughly 1.4 million advance ballots have been cast. The AP will not project winners while results are unsettled and explains recount rules; Virginia has no automatic recounts.

via PBS|

#ballot-measure #congress #midterms

politics2 months ago•5 min saved

Utah Prop 4 repeal effort stalls, 2026 ballot unlikely

Utah’s bid to repeal Prop 4 and allow lawmakers to redraw districts again failed after thousands withdrew signatures, leaving the measure short of the required 8% of registered voters in 26 of 29 Senate districts and thus off the 2026 ballot. The outcome comes amid debated tactics, ongoing legal questions, a court-imposed 2026 map, and potential moves—like a constitutional amendment—to tackle ballot-initiative repeal in the future.

via The Salt Lake Tribune|

#ballot-measure #gerrymandering #politics

politics3 months 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

politics4 months 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