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SB 42 (Umberg) — California Fair Elections Act of 2026

California Statewide • 2026

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This ballot measure would establish a public campaign financing system in California, allowing eligible candidates to receive government funding for their campaigns instead of relying solely on private donations. The measure implements the California Fair Elections Act of 2026 as an amendment to the existing Political Reform Act of 1974.

Official source: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/ballot-measures/qualified-ballot-measures

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