2022 Ballot Propositions

This November, Californians will be voting on seven state-wide ballot measures that impact our daily lives. Click below to learn more about each ballot proposition and AAPIs for Civic Empowerment Education Fund’s position on each.

ELECTION DAY IS NOVEMBER 8

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ELECTION DAY IS NOVEMBER 8 〰️

Proposition 1: Reproductive Freedom

This proposition guarantees reproductive freedom in California by saying that the state cannot deny or interfere with a person’s right to have an abortion and to choose or refuse contraceptives. Learn more.

The Facts

  • Reproductive justice is when people have the right to have children, not have children, and to parent in safe communities.

  • Abortions are a common medical service and a vital part of reproductive health.

  • Restrictions on reproductive freedom cause harm to women of color.

California leads the country in its protections for reproductive freedom, especially now that the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the federal right to have an abortion. Let’s ensure that the right to abortion access and reproductive health is protected for all!

Vote YES on Prop 1

Proposition 26: Sports Betting

Sports betting, aside from horse racing, is not currently legal in California. This proposition would allow in-person sports betting at designated horse racetracks and at casinos operated by federally recognized Native American tribes. It would also allow additional kinds of gambling at tribal casinos, like roulette and dice games like craps. Learn more.

Proposition 27: Online Gambling

This proposition would allow licensed Native American tribes and out-of-state gambling companies to offer online sports betting for adults aged 21 and older. If passed, licensed tribes must give up their sovereign rights under federal law to allow corporations to control online sports betting. It also increases the chance that minors would have access to online betting. Learn more.

Proposition 28: Arts & Music Funding

This proposition supports additional funding for arts and music education in all K-12 public schools, including schools with high proportions of economically disadvantaged students. It would direct $1 billion per year of existing school funding for arts and music education. Learn more.

Proposition 29: Dialysis Clinics

This proposition imposes new requirements on dialysis clinics related to staffing, data reporting, and anti-discrimination. This proposition would require dialysis clinics to have at least one physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant present while patients are being treated. It also requires that clinics report infection data to the state and prohibits clinics from refusing treatment to people based on their insurance type. Learn more.

Proposition 30: Tax for Green Energy

This proposition increases tax on personal income above $2 million by 1.75% to fund zero-emission vehicle subsidies, zero-emission vehicle infrastructure (such as electric vehicle charging stations), and wildfire suppression and prevention programs. Learn more.

Proposition 31: Flavored Tobacco Ban

This proposition upholds California legislation from 2020 to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products. This law bans flavored tobacco products—including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes, and chewing tobacco—from being sold in stores and vending machines. Tobacco corporations’ attempt to undo the law puts kids and teens at risk of getting access to flavored tobacco products. Learn more.