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Proposition 208

California Statewide • 1996 •  Initiative 

Passed

Result: 61.3% yes, 38.7% no

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This 1996 California initiative statute imposed limits on campaign contributions and spending while establishing restrictions on lobbyist activities. The measure passed with 61.3% voter approval, implementing new regulations on political fundraising and lobbying practices statewide.

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