Proposition to allow public financing of campaigns
Plain-English Summary
This proposition would repeal a 1988 ban on public financing for election campaigns, allowing state and local governments to establish such programs. It would require governments to set expenditure limits and candidate qualification criteria for public funds. The measure also outlines how public funds can and cannot be used.
What each outcome does
If this proposition passes, state and local governments in California will be permitted to create and implement public financing programs for election campaigns. The state legislature would be able to amend certain provisions of the law without voter approval.
If this proposition fails, the existing prohibition on public financing for election campaigns in California will remain in effect. State and local governments would continue to be barred from establishing public funding programs for campaigns.
Who is funding each side
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