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CA SB24

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/30/2023

Primary Sponsor

Benjamin Allen

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Permits public officers and candidates to accept public moneys for campaign purposes if a state or local government establishes a dedicated fund through statute, ordinance, resolution, or charter.

  • Requires that public campaign funds be available to all qualified, voluntarily participating candidates for the same office without regard to incumbency or political party preference.

  • Prohibits dedicated campaign funds from drawing money earmarked for education, transportation, or public safety, except in charter cities.

  • Requires the Secretary of State to submit the bill's provisions to California voters for approval at the November 5, 2024 general statewide election.

Legislative Description

Political Reform Act of 1974: public campaign financing.

Last Action

August 15 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.

8/15/2024

Committee Referrals

Appropriations7/6/2023
Elections6/8/2023
Appropriations4/26/2023
Rules4/19/2023
Elections and Constitutional Amendments1/18/2023
Rules12/5/2022

Full Bill Text

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