November 2012 Election, California, Proposition 40

Vote Recommendation: Yes

Why are we arguing about this yet again. I would really like to see the results of this Citizens Redistricting Commission. It seemed like a good idea back when we approved the commission, and unless we see the results, it seems ridiculous to try to fight it unless one is politically motivated to leave politicians in control of redistricting. Also, even the group that originally wanted us to vote down the new boundaries have backed off. It isn't useful to them anymore.

See: November 2012 Election, California

Details

Redistricting. State Senate Districts.

Referendum

Summary

A “Yes” vote approves, and a “No” vote rejects, new State Senate districts drawn by the Citizens Redistricting Commission. If rejected, districts will be adjusted by officials supervised by the California Supreme Court. Fiscal Impact: Approving the referendum would have no fiscal impact on the state and local governments. Rejecting the referendum would result in a one-time cost of about $1 million to the state and counties.

External Resources

• Voter Information Guide - Secretary of State
• Official Title and Summary - Secretary of State
• Analysis - Secretary of State
• Arguments and Rebuttals - Secretary of State
• Text of Proposed Law - Secretary of State
• California Proposition 40 - Ballotpedia