We support AB 1436 (Feuer), to allow eligible Californians to register to vote on Election Day and during the two weeks leading up to it. We can increase voter turnout by making registration easy and convenient for all eligible voters. Sign our petition.

SB 810 California Universal Health Care Act

The California Universal Health Care Act – SB 810 – will have a floor vote in the state Senate this week. Please urge your senator to vote for this important health care measure.

For more information on SB 810, click here.

AB 1148 California DISCLOSE ACT

The CA DISCLOSE Act – AB 1148 - will be up for a vote in the full Assembly on Tuesday Jan. 31.  Please contact your assemblymember and urge her or his vote for AB 1148 – the California DISCLOSE Act.

For more information on AB 1148, click here.

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Same Day Voter Registration

We sent a letter to Assembly Speaker Perez urging that SB 641 be sent to the Assembly floor for debate and vote. As author Calderon proposes to amend it, this bill would allow eligible citizens to register and vote on election day or during the 14-day period leading up to it.

Revenues Needed for State Budget

The LWVC commends the Governor’s May Revise budget for its realistic, balanced approach that continues existing taxes. Read our press release.

Amicus Brief in Prop 8 Case

We filed this amicus brief with the California Supreme Court in the case of Perry v. Brown. Read our statement.

Eliminate Death Penalty in CA

We ask Governor Brown to convert the sentences of all prisoners who are awaiting execution in California from death to life without the possibility of parole. Eliminating the death penalty is ethically sound and will help save money for the vital programs that serve people’s basic needs. Read our full letter.

 The Bill Status Report lists all bills in the current legislative session on which the LWVC has taken a position. You are encouraged to contact the Legislature to express your opinion of any of them.

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LWVC is a leader in civic engagement. Check out our past Action on important state issues.

Calls to Action, Letters to Officials and Press Releases.