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0 sats \ 1 reply \ @Bell_curve 11 Jun \ on: California Is Not A Democracy news
California Democrats are attempting to prevent a ballot measure that would repeal Proposition 47 from going to voters in November 2024. They have proposed amendments to retail theft bills that would void those bills if the Proposition 47 repeal measure is approved by voters.[5] This is seen as a tactic to discourage support for the repeal initiative backed by prosecutors, retailers, and Republicans.[6]
Proposition 47, passed in 2014, reduced certain non-violent property crimes and drug possession offenses from felonies to misdemeanors.[3] Critics argue it has led to increases in crime and drug use, while supporters say it has reduced mass incarceration and saved money for rehabilitation programs.[4] The proposed repeal measure would allow prosecutors to charge repeat offenders with felonies and impose prison sentences.[3]
Democrats claim their retail theft bill package can address concerns about Proposition 47 without needing to repeal it, while Republicans insist Proposition 47 itself must be reformed and support putting the repeal on the ballot.[6]
Sources [1] https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/newsom-and-democrat-leaders-attempting-to-take-proposition-47-repeal-off-ballot-5665059?est=bxOIdh4%2Bshrw2v0LJFIWJjO5505XdlBd2zHxA3zx3V0AQGhx1ov5QE4%3D [2] REPEAL PROP 47 PLEASE GOTO end47.com - MoveOn's Petitions https://sign.moveon.org/petitions/repeal-prop-47-1 [3] Proposed ballot measure seeks to repeal Proposition 47 - CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/proposed-ballot-measure-seeks-to-reverse-proposition-47/ [4] Campaign to Roll Back Proposition 47 Criminal Justice Reforms ... https://www.kqed.org/news/11982070/campaign-to-roll-back-prop-47-criminal-justice-reforms-could-head-to-voters [5] CA Republicans respond to Democrat retail theft bill changes https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article289096709.html [6] Republican Leaders Jones and Gallagher Emphasize Support for ... https://sr40.senate.ca.gov/content/republican-leaders-jones-and-gallagher-emphasize-support-prop-47-repeal
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California voters may decide on a far-reaching tax measure in the November 2024 election that would require voter approval for any new state or local taxes and tax increases. The "Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act" initiative, backed by business groups, would:
  • Mandate a two-thirds voter approval for any new or increased taxes and many fees at the state and local levels.[2][4]
  • Potentially invalidate some existing taxes if they are not re-approved by voters under the new rules.[4]
  • Restrict the state legislature's power to raise revenue through taxes.[4]
Supporters argue the measure is needed to rein in excessive taxation and provide accountability, while critics fear it could severely hamper funding for vital public services, infrastructure, and emergency response efforts.[2][4] The California Supreme Court heard arguments this week on whether to remove the initiative from the November ballot, as requested by Governor Newsom and other Democratic leaders who claim it is an unconstitutional revision of state powers.[4]
The court appears split on the issue, with some justices suggesting a decision could wait until after the election to avoid prejudging voters.[4] If the measure qualifies, it would be one of the most consequential tax initiatives in California since Proposition 13 in 1978 which limited property tax increases.[2]
Sources [1] https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/newsom-and-democrat-leaders-attempting-to-take-proposition-47-repeal-off-ballot-5665059?est=bxOIdh4%2Bshrw2v0LJFIWJjO5505XdlBd2zHxA3zx3V0AQGhx1ov5QE4%3D [2] Will the California Supreme Court Let Voters Decide Tax Hikes? https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/are-california-tax-changes-coming-in-november [3] Referendum - California Secretary of State https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/ballot-measures/referendum?nbbdv=x [4] California Supreme Court appears split on blocking tax initiative https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/08/california-court-tax-initiative-00156834 [5] California taxes: Will limit measure make the ballot? - CalMatters https://calmatters.org/politics/elections/2024/05/california-taxes-ballot-measure/
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