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Proposition 26
Should California legalize sports betting at tribal casinos and horse racetracks, and allow roulette and dice games at tribal casinos?
Proposition 26 would allow tribal casinos, along with California’s four private horse racetracks, to offer in-person betting on professional sports, along with college games that don’t involve California teams. If the measure passes, California’s Native American tribal governments (many of which are backing the measure) and state officials must renegotiate tribal compacts to determine how much revenue will be shared with the state. The measure also allows individuals to file civil lawsuits over state gaming laws. Voters can vote “yes” or “no” on both Proposition 26 and Proposition 27 — if both pass, the dispute could head to the courts.
Passes with a majority vote.
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Yes Argument
For decades, gaming has provided a vital economic boost for California’s Native American Indian tribes. Proposition 26 will bring in new revenue for tribes to fund community services, and the economic benefits will be felt in the rural communities that are home to many of the state’s largest tribal casinos. By requiring that bets are placed in-person, Proposition 26 provides safeguards against underage gambling.
No Argument
Proposition 26 poses an existential threat to California’s card rooms, which are allowed to offer card games in which the house does not serve as the “bank” with a stake against players. If the measure passes, card clubs could be taken to court by individuals who argue that card rooms are offering games illegally, a charge made by many California tribes. A loss of revenue for card rooms will also hurt the municipal employees in cities like Hawaiian Gardens, which gets more than 70% of its funding from tax revenue generated by the local card room.
Key SupportersThis list represents notable organizations and officials who have taken a position on the ballot measure, or who are funding the campaigns in support or in opposition. This list is not exhaustive, and may be updated.This list represents notable organizations and officials who have taken a position on the ballot measure, or who are funding the campaigns in support or in opposition. This list is not exhaustive, and may be updated.
Key OpponentsThis list represents notable organizations and officials who have taken a position on the ballot measure, or who are funding the campaigns in support or in opposition. This list is not exhaustive, and may be updated.This list represents notable organizations and officials who have taken a position on the ballot measure, or who are funding the campaigns in support or in opposition. This list is not exhaustive, and may be updated.
FundraisingCampaign finance data comes from the California Secretary of State’s office and our partners at Voter’s Edge.Campaign finance data comes from the California Secretary of State’s office and our partners at Voter’s Edge.
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Proposition 1
Passes with a majority vote.
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Proposition 27
Passes with a majority vote.
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Proposition 28
Passes with a majority vote.
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Proposition 29
Passes with a majority vote.
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Proposition 30
Passes with a majority vote.
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Proposition 31
Passes with a majority vote.
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