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Proposition 35

Should California make permanent an existing tax on health insurance companies and restrict how those funds can be used? 

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
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Since 2005, California has taxed managed-care organizations (MCOs) — otherwise known as health plans, like Anthem Blue Cross and Kaiser Permanente — to help shore up funding for Medi-Cal, the state’s insurance program for lower-income residents. The tax is set to expire in 2026. The proposition would make the MCO tax permanent and restrict California lawmakers from reallocating those funds. The tax is expected to generate $7 billion to $8 billion annually.

Yes Argument

About 2 in 5 Californians rely on Medi-Cal for their health care, yet they often wait months to see a specialist; not all physicians accept Medi-Cal patients and they are reimbursed lower rates for services. Proposition 35 is intended to alleviate inequity without raising rates for consumers. The proposition will use the existing MCO tax to ensure permanent increased funding for Medi-Cal payments including hospitals and ambulance services. The proposal will prevent the state from redirecting revenue from this tax for non-health care purposes.

No Argument

This tax will do more harm than good because the legislation will roll back investments in community health workers, community behavioral health, services that support seniors with Alzheimer’s, and funding to ensure young children are covered by Medi-Cal.

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

Updated at 3:00 PM PT on Oct 31, 2024
Source: California Secretary of State
In Support
$51.2mTotal
California Association of Hospitals and Health Systems
$15.8m
Global Medical Response, Inc.
$13.9m
California Medical Association
$11.4m
California Primary Care Association
$1.1m
California Dental Association
$1.1m
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

  • California Democratic Party 
  • California Hospital Association
  • California Medical Association 
  • California Republican Party
  • Emergency responder and community health centers 
  • Labor unions
  • Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California

In Opposition

  • The California Pan Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN)
  • The Children’s Partnership
  • California Alliance of Retired Americans (CARA)
  • Courage California
  • League of Women Voters of California

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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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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
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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.
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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.

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.