California Supreme Court Removes 'Taxpayer Protection Act' from Ballot on June 20

Jun 20, 2024, 05:09 PM

The California Supreme Court has ruled to remove the 'Taxpayer Protection Act' from the November ballot, citing that the measure constitutes a revision of the state constitution rather than a mere amendment. The decision was filed at 10am on June 20. The initiative, backed by the California Business Roundtable, aimed to make it more difficult to increase state and local taxes by requiring voter approval for any tax hikes. Governor Gavin Newsom supported the court's decision, arguing that the measure would inhibit the role of government. The ruling has sparked significant controversy, with opponents claiming it undermines democracy and prevents voters from having a say in taxation policies. The decision is seen as a victory for Newsom, who has been accused of manipulating ballot initiatives to maintain his taxation powers and political influence.