This resolution opposes Proposition 43, a proposed amendment to the California Constitution that would require a two-thirds voter approval for local special taxes instead of a simple majority. The Oakland City Council adopted this resolution to formally express opposition to the measure ahead of the November 3, 2026 general election.
Subject: Resolution Opposing Prop 43 From: Office Of The Mayor And Council President Jenkins Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution In Opposition Of Proposition 43, Which, If Passed By Voters In The General Election On November 3, 2026, Would Amend The California Constitution To Increase The Percentage Of Voters Needed To Approve Local Special Taxes From A Majority To Two-Thirds
What it does
- 1Opposes Proposition 43 which seeks to increase the voter approval threshold for local special taxes from a majority to two-thirds.
- 2Formally adopted by the Oakland City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency.
- 3Scheduled and heard in a concurrent meeting of the Oakland Redevelopment Successor Agency and City Council.
This resolution opposes Proposition 43, a proposed amendment to the California Constitution that would require a two-thirds voter approval for local special taxes instead of a simple majority. The Oakland City Council adopted this resolution to formally express opposition to the measure ahead of the November 3, 2026 general election.
Activity timeline
- Status changedImpact 50
27-0143: In Committee → Passed
- ActionImpact 15
27-0143 introduced (City Resolution)
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