Primary · June 3, 2026 · General Election · November 3, 2026 · Strictly nonpartisan
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Any ballot measure that would raise the voting threshold for future measures must itself win by that same higher margin to pass. This closes a loophole where a simple majority could make it harder for future measures to win.
The current system stays in place: a simple majority (50%+1) can pass a measure that would then require supermajorities from future measures. The existing vote-threshold rules remain unchanged.
This constitutional amendment requires that any ballot measure which raises the vote threshold needed to pass future measures must itself meet that same higher threshold. Under current rules, a simple majority (50%+1) can pass a measure that would then require future measures to win a two-thirds supermajority. ACA 13 closes that gap — if you want to make something harder to pass, your measure has to clear that same bar.
If this passes, it becomes harder for interest groups to use simple-majority votes to lock in supermajority requirements for future measures — a tactic seen with some tax-related measures. If it fails, the current system stands and a simple majority can still set higher thresholds for other measures.
A yes vote requires ballot measures that raise vote thresholds to meet those same higher standards themselves. A no vote keeps the current system where a simple majority can make future measures harder to pass.
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A voluntary public campaign financing program launches for California state races. Candidates who agree to spending limits and collect small donations from Californians receive matching public funds, amplifying the impact of small donors.
California continues relying entirely on private fundraising for state campaigns. No public matching funds. Big donors continue to have outsized influence over who can afford to run.
This measure would create a voluntary public campaign financing program for California state elections. Candidates who agree to spending limits and collect a minimum number of small donations (under $250) from in-state donors would qualify for matching public funds — typically 4:1 or 6:1 for small donations — to amplify the voices of small donors over large ones.
If this passes, candidates who opt in receive public matching funds for small donations, potentially giving less-wealthy candidates a path to competitiveness. Critics say it diverts public money to political campaigns and gives incumbents an advantage. If it fails, California continues relying on private fundraising with no public matching.
A yes vote creates voluntary public financing of California state campaigns with matching funds for small donations. A no vote keeps the current all-private fundraising system.
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California recall elections change so that a replacement candidate must win a majority of votes — more than half — to take office. No more winning with 20% in a crowded field.
Recall elections continue under current rules. If the officeholder is removed, any replacement candidate can win with only a plurality — even a small percentage if many candidates split the vote.
This constitutional amendment changes how California conducts recall elections for statewide officers such as the Governor. The current process lets a replacement candidate win with less than a majority if many candidates split the vote — a concern highlighted by the 2021 Newsom recall. SCA 1 would require that the replacement winner receive a majority of votes.
If this passes, future recall replacement winners must earn more than half the votes, reducing the chance that an unpopular candidate wins with a small plurality in a crowded field. If it fails, recall elections continue under current rules where a plurality can win the replacement race.
A yes vote changes recall elections so replacement candidates must win a majority. A no vote keeps the current recall process where a plurality can win if many candidates split the vote.
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Candidate filing continues through mid-2026. This list updates as candidates file with the Secretary of State.
California Legislature 2026: All 80 Assembly seats and 21 State Senate seats (even-numbered districts) are on the June 3 primary ballot. Candidate data: California Secretary of State certified list.
View candidates at sos.ca.gov →California uses a top-two primary: the top two vote-getters in the June 3 primary advance to November regardless of party.
U.S. citizen, 18+ by Election Day, California resident. Register online at registertovote.ca.gov. Conditional voter registration is available through Election Day for voters who miss the Oct 20 deadline.
California does not require photo ID to vote. First-time voters who registered by mail may need to show ID the first time. Your signature on your mail ballot envelope is matched to your registration.
Verify registration, view sample ballot, and track your mail ballot at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov. Check at least two weeks before Election Day to allow time to correct any issues.
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