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Proposition 5

California Statewide • 1976 •  Legislative Referendum 

Passed

Result: 59.4% yes, 40.6% no

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This measure allowed the state to impose income taxes on banks, franchisers, corporations, and insurance companies that were previously exempt from such taxation. It expanded California's tax base by removing certain corporate tax exemptions.

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