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Proposition 4

Should California issue $10 billion in bonds to fund various climate- and environment-related projects?

Passes with majority vote.

Yes59.6%
8,856,032 votes
No40.3%
5,978,532 votes
Race called at 10:07 AM PT on November 6, 2024
97.39% of votes countedAssociated Press
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Proposition 4 would help prepare Californians for the impacts of climate change, largely in the form of infrastructure projects. It would allocate $3.8 billion for safe drinking water, drought, flood and water resilience programs; $1.5 billion for wildfire prevention and restoring the health of forests; and $1.2 billion to increase coastal resiliency and mitigate sea level rise. Other funds would address extreme heat, create nature-based solutions, fight air pollution, etc. It also requires that at least 40% of the funds be used for projects that benefit disadvantaged communities.

Yes Argument

Proposition 4 will allow the state to make needed investments to help California prepare for the ongoing effects of climate change that have worsened in recent years. If passed, it will protect water quality, help prevent wildfires, safeguard coastal communities from sea-level rise, preserve wildlife habitat, and help frontline communities access safe drinking water and green spaces. According to a state report, not intervening would cost Californians $113 billion annually by 2050. 

No Argument

California must find other ways to fund climate projects without incurring new debt. 

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
$11.8mTotal
The Nature Conservancy
$2.0m
California Trust for Public Land
$1.2m
Natural Resources and Parks - Yes on Prop. 4
$1.0m
The Trust for Public Land
$1.0m
Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
$1.0m
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 Environmental Voters
  • Latino Outdoors
  • Ocean Conservancy
  • Offshore Wind California
  • Save The Bay

In Opposition

  • Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association

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Passes with majority vote.

Yes58.5%
8,636,533 votes
No41.4%
6,106,510 votes
Race called at 5:45 PM PT on November 6, 2024
97.38% 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.

Yes62.6%
9,300,066 votes
No37.3%
5,545,567 votes
Race called at 10:30 PM PT on November 5, 2024
97.38% 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.

No55.1%
8,092,584 votes
Yes44.8%
6,583,048 votes
Race called at 8:39 AM PT on November 8, 2024
97.38% 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.

No53.3%
7,717,043 votes
Yes46.6%
6,755,762 votes
Race called at 6:11 PM PT on November 10, 2024
97.38% 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%
7,499,229 votes
Yes49.1%
7,262,033 votes
Race called at 5:03 PM PT on November 19, 2024
97.35% 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%
8,806,063 votes
Yes39.8%
5,842,305 votes
Race called at 12:02 AM PT on November 6, 2024
97.39% 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.

Yes50.8%
7,215,607 votes
No49.1%
6,982,566 votes
Race called at 5:34 PM PT on November 20, 2024
97.44% 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%
9,907,253 votes
No32.1%
4,692,746 votes
Race called at 9:28 PM PT on November 5, 2024
97.38% 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.

Yes68.4%
10,100,758 votes
No31.5%
4,651,359 votes
Race called at 8:57 PM PT on November 5, 2024
97.39% 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.