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Proposition 2

Should California issue $10 billion in bonds to help build or upgrade educational facilities?

Passes with majority vote.

Yes58.5%
8,570,290 votes
No41.4%
6,070,045 votes
Race called at 5:45 PM PT on November 6, 2024
96.7% of votes countedAssociated Press
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Proposition 2 would raise $8.5 billion for the state’s elementary, secondary and charter schools — and $1.5 billion for community colleges — to build more facilities or fix old ones. And while the state typically matches half the cost of a district’s new construction projects and 60% of its renovation projects, under this plan it would provide a higher match for lower-resourced school districts. The state would also give schools extra funding to reduce lead levels in water and provide the appropriate facilities for transitional kindergarten as the state expands this grade level.

Yes Argument

This money is badly needed to fix California’s many aging school facilities and to ensure a safer environment for learning. Increasing threats from flooding, heat and fires heighten the need for climate-resilient improvements, including air filters, air conditioning upgrades and shade structures. The bond would also make the distribution of funds more equitable.  

No Argument

Taxpayers will have to pay back the $10 billion plus another $8 billion interest over a 35-year period. It’s irresponsible to borrow billions of dollars to pay for more school buildings when enrollment in the state’s K–12 and community colleges is declining.

Fundraising
Campaign finance data comes from the California Secretary of State’s office or the Federal Election Commission.

Updated at 5:00 PM PT on Oct 31, 2024
Source: California Secretary of State
In Support
$14.7mTotal
California Building Industry Association
$2.4m
California Teachers Association
$2.1m
Coalition for Adequate School Housing Issues
$1.5m
Multiple Donors
$350.0k
In Opposition
$0Total

Key Supporters

This list represents notable organizations and individuals who have taken a position on the ballot measure or candidate, or who are funding campaigns in support or opposition. This list is not exhaustive, and may be updated.

In Support

  • Association of California School Administrators 
  • California Chamber of Commerce 
  • California Teachers Association 
  • Coalition for Adequate School Housing
  • Community College League of California

In Opposition

  • Bill Essayli, state Assembly member
  • Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association
  • Reform California 

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Passes with majority vote.

Yes62.6%
9,234,327 votes
No37.3%
5,507,635 votes
Race called at 10:30 PM PT on November 5, 2024
96.7% of votes countedAssociated Press
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A black and white mid-rise apartment building is pictured at three-quarters view, revealing a pink side wall with a medical cross symbol on it. A small blue shape is collaged to the left of the building.

Passes with majority vote.

Yes59.6%
8,786,888 votes
No40.3%
5,944,636 votes
Race called at 10:07 AM PT on November 6, 2024
96.74% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.
A black and white mid-rise apartment building is pictured at three-quarters view, revealing a pink side wall with a medical cross symbol on it. A small blue shape is collaged to the left of the building.

Passes with majority vote.

No55.2%
8,045,888 votes
Yes44.7%
6,528,711 votes
Race called at 8:39 AM PT on November 8, 2024
96.74% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.
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Passes with majority vote.

No53.3%
7,666,204 votes
Yes46.6%
6,707,647 votes
Race called at 6:11 PM PT on November 10, 2024
96.76% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.
A black and white mid-rise apartment building is pictured at three-quarters view, revealing a pink side wall with a medical cross symbol on it. A small blue shape is collaged to the left of the building.

Passes with majority vote.

No50.8%
7,458,192 votes
Yes49.1%
7,215,742 votes
Race called at 5:03 PM PT on November 19, 2024
96.87% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.
A black and white mid-rise apartment building is pictured at three-quarters view, revealing a pink side wall with a medical cross symbol on it. A small blue shape is collaged to the left of the building.

Passes with majority vote.

No60.1%
8,754,342 votes
Yes39.8%
5,793,826 votes
Race called at 12:02 AM PT on November 6, 2024
96.77% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.
A black and white mid-rise apartment building is pictured at three-quarters view, revealing a pink side wall with a medical cross symbol on it. A small blue shape is collaged to the left of the building.

Passes with majority vote.

Yes50.7%
7,163,651 votes
No49.2%
6,942,708 votes
Race called at 5:34 PM PT on November 20, 2024
97.02% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.
A black and white mid-rise apartment building is pictured at three-quarters view, revealing a pink side wall with a medical cross symbol on it. A small blue shape is collaged to the left of the building.

Passes with majority vote.

Yes67.8%
9,836,979 votes
No32.1%
4,663,313 votes
Race called at 9:28 PM PT on November 5, 2024
96.76% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.
A black and white mid-rise apartment building is pictured at three-quarters view, revealing a pink side wall with a medical cross symbol on it. A small blue shape is collaged to the left of the building.

Passes with majority vote.

Yes68.5%
10,037,484 votes
No31.4%
4,613,862 votes
Race called at 8:57 PM PT on November 5, 2024
96.77% of votes countedAssociated Press
This percentage is an Associated Press estimate of how much of the vote in an election has been counted. It is informed by turnout in recent elections, details on votes cast in advance and – after polls close – early returns. The estimate may fluctuate as election officials report additional results and AP learns more about how many voters have cast a ballot.