Californians are facing decisions on seven statewide ballot propositions in November 2022. The Rose Institute of State and Local Government at Claremont McKenna College produced this online Video Voter Guide to give voters an objective, easy-to-understand summary of these propositions. In brief 2-3 minute videos, we present each measure’s basic purpose, major supporters and opponents, and arguments pro and con. We hope these videos help you make informed voting decisions.
List of Videos: (click on the proposition to go to the corresponding video)
Proposition 1: Amends the Constitution to Provide an Express Right to Reproductive Freedom
Prop. 1 would amend California’s Constitution to expressly prohibit the state from denying or interfering with an individual’s reproductive rights, including the right to choose to have an abortion or to choose or refuse contraceptives. READ MORE
Proposition 26: Expands Tribal Casino Gambling and Sports Betting
Prop. 26 would allow in-person sports gambling at tribal casinos and horse racetracks, as well as additional gambling games such as craps and roulette at tribal casinos. READ MORE
Proposition 28: Provides Additional Funding for Arts and Music Education in Public Schools
Prop. 28 would require California to fund arts and music education in K-12 public schools by an amount equal to one percent of the state government’s total spending on public schools from
the previous year. READ MORE
Proposition 29: Requires On-Site Licensed Medical Professionals at Kidney Dialysis Clinics and Establishes Other State Requirements
Prop. 29 would implement new standards and regulations for dialysis clinics in California, including a requirement that dialysis clinics maintain at least one qualified health care worker on site while patients are being treated. READ MORE
Proposition 30: Raises Taxes on Personal Income over $2 Million to Fund Programs to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Prevent Wildfires
Compared with other states, California is known for its high taxes and progressive environmental policies. Prop. 30 would continue in this tradition by taxing high-income earners to fund new climate programs. READ MORE
Proposition 31: Referendum Challenging a 2020 Law Prohibiting Retail Sale of certain Flavored Tobacco Products
Prop. 31 is a referendum that gives the voters the chance to approve or reject a recent bill passed by the legislature that would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products in California. READ MORE
