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CA AB1853

CA AB1853
Statewide referendum measures: fiscal impact statements.


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Introduced
02/11/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to amend Sections 303.1, 9051, and 9085 of the Elections Code, relating to elections.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies how fiscal impact statements and the meaning of votes are presented for statewide referendum measures, which are public votes on laws already passed by the legislature. Specifically, it ensures that the condensed summary on the ballot label for a referendum will include the fiscal impact statement, which is an analysis of the estimated financial effect on the state and local governments. Additionally, for statewide referendum measures, the concise summary in the state voter information guide will now explain the meaning and effect of voting to "keep the law" versus voting to "overturn the law," rather than the standard "yes" and "no" vote explanations.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Com. on ELECTIONS. (on 02/23/2026)

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