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CA AB2808
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/18/2022
Primary Sponsor
Patrick O'Donnell
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AI Summary
- Prohibits the use of ranked choice voting in state and local elections, including charter cities in California
- Defines ranked choice voting as a method allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference
- Contains legislative findings asserting ranked choice voting can produce undemocratic outcomes, is overly complex, increases election costs, and has not delivered promised benefits in other jurisdictions
- Applies statewide as a matter of statewide concern rather than a municipal affair, superseding local election procedures
- Requires majority vote for passage with no fiscal impact or appropriation
Legislative Description
Elections: ranked choice voting.
Last Action
In committee: Set, first hearing. Held without recommendation.
4/6/2022
Committee Referrals
Elections3/17/2022
Full Bill Text
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