Proposition 43 – Local Tax Thresholds

Proposition 43 – Local Tax Thresholds

Position: Support

Requires two-thirds voter approval for local special taxes, including taxes proposed through the initiative process, beginning in 2027.

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Arguments in Support: Anti-tax advocates have championed similar policies for years, arguing that special interest groups have exploited the simple-majority threshold during low-turnout elections to pass special taxes.

Arguments in Opposition: Opponents argue the measure would limit the ability to raise needed revenue for local services and make it easier for moneyed interests to block tax initiatives that a majority of voters support.

Support

·         Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association

·         Reform California

Media Endorsement

• Southern California News Group

Oppose

·         California Democratic Party

·         SEIU Local 1000