November 2026 Election

California Ballot Guide

Vote NO on New Taxes • Vote YES on Taxpayer Protection

14 propositions are on the November 2026 ballot. Many raise taxes, pile on debt, or expand government. Know what you're voting on before you go to the polls.

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Last updated: August 8, 2026

How to Vote

No on 1 $11B Housing Debt No on 2 Cancels Your Refund No on 3 Permanent Tax Hike No on 4 Taxpayer-Funded Campaigns No on 5 Weakens Recall No on 37 $25B Mortgage Debt No on 38 $8B Research Debt Yes on 39 Voter ID No on 40 Stop Wealth Tax Yes on 41 Audit New Taxes Yes on 42 Block Wealth Tax Yes on 43 Protect Prop 13 Yes on 45 Cut Red Tape

8 measures deserve a NO • 5 measures deserve a YES • Read why →

No New Taxes. No Tax Increases.

California's government doesn't have a revenue problem—it has a spending problem. Before asking voters for more money, Sacramento and our local governments need to live within their means, cut waste, and prove they can manage what they already collect. Read our full voter guide to understand every proposition on the ballot.

Fullerton City Council Candidates

The November 2026 election also includes Fullerton City Council races. We're reviewing the candidates and will post our analysis soon.

Check back for candidate profiles, positions on taxes and spending, and our recommendations.

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Explore the Issues

CA Proposition Guide

Our position on every proposition, with plain-English explanations of what each one actually does.

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Why We Oppose Tax Increases

Concerns about cost burden, accountability, and whether new taxes will solve structural budget issues.

Fullerton Tax Archive

The Fullerton City Council chose not to put a sales tax on the ballot. Review the budget context and reporting.

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