Proposition 3
Should marriage rights for same-sex couples be enshrined in the state constitution?
Passes with majority vote.
Yes62.6%
9,357,872 votes
No37.3%
5,580,801 votes
Race called at 10:30 PM PT on November 5, 2024
98.21% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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.
98.21% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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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Proposition 3 would formally repeal Proposition 8, which voters passed in 2008. Proposition 8 defined marriage in California as between one man and one woman, banning same sex marriage. In 2013, Proposition 8 was formally struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court, but the invalidated language remains in the state constitution. Proposition 3 would explicitly establish marriage as a fundamental right, furthering the right to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.”
Yes Argument
Proposition 3 strikes an outdated remnant of a homophobic ballot measure. The language of Proposition 8 should not remain in the state constitution. It contradicts both the law, which now allows same-sex couples to marry, and California’s values, which support equality for LGBTQ people.
No Argument
Marriage should be defined as between a man and a woman. Proposition 3 will create an overly broad definition of marriage that could lead to the legalization of polyamory and polygamy.
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Updated at 5:00 PM PT on Oct 31, 2024
Source: California Secretary of State
Source: California Secretary of State
In Support
$3.7mTotal
Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
$1.0m
Kevin de Leon
$600.0k
Senator Toni Atkins Ballot Measure Committee
$249.9k
California Teachers Association
$200.0k
Multiple Donors
$150.0k
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
- California Democratic Party
- Evan Low, state Assembly member
- Gavin Newsom, governor, California
- Scott Wiener, state senator
In Opposition
- California Capitol Connection
- California Family Council
- Concerned Women for America Legislative Action Committee
- Real Impact
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8,694,956 votes
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6,139,151 votes
Race called at 5:45 PM PT on November 6, 2024
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Passes with majority vote.
No55.1%
8,139,049 votes
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6,631,718 votes
Race called at 8:39 AM PT on November 8, 2024
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Passes with majority vote.
No53.3%
7,767,921 votes
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6,800,119 votes
Race called at 6:11 PM PT on November 10, 2024
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98.2% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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.
Passes with majority vote.
No50.7%
7,580,232 votes
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7,359,068 votes
Race called at 5:03 PM PT on November 19, 2024
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Passes with majority vote.
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8,859,648 votes
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5,884,796 votes
Race called at 12:02 AM PT on November 6, 2024
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Passes with majority vote.
Yes50.8%
7,266,474 votes
No49.1%
7,028,771 votes
Race called at 5:34 PM PT on November 20, 2024
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98.29% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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.
Passes with majority vote.
Yes67.8%
9,975,199 votes
No32.1%
4,720,907 votes
Race called at 9:28 PM PT on November 5, 2024
98.2% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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.
98.2% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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.
Passes with majority vote.
Yes68.4%
10,165,626 votes
No31.5%
4,684,850 votes
Race called at 8:57 PM PT on November 5, 2024
98.2% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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.
98.2% of votes countedAssociated PressThis 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.