California Proposition 42: Prohibits New State Personal Property Taxes and Certain Retroactive State Taxes
On the November 3, 2026 ballot. Ask the guide what a yes vote and a no vote would each do, in the official wording.
The question on the ballot
Prohibits any new state tax (1) imposed on the ownership of personal property (all things people own other than real estate), or (2) that applies retroactively based on taxpayer's past activities. Nullifies taxes enacted after January 1, 2026 that conflict with this measure.
Where, when and how to vote
The guide doesn't answer these. The current, official answers are with California Secretary of State.
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