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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 15Ch. 7Art. 1§ 103502 Election Proposition Timing Limits

§ 103502 Election Proposition Timing Limits

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§ 103502 Election Proposition Timing Limits

This law says if people vote 'no' on a big idea, the government can't ask them to vote on the same idea again for six months. But if a lot of people sign a paper asking for another vote, they can have one sooner.

Key Takeaways

  • •If an idea loses a vote, it can't be voted on again for six months.
  • •If 15% of voters sign a paper, another vote can happen sooner.
  • •The 15% is based on how many people voted in the last big election.

Example

A school wants to build a new gym, but the town votes 'no'.

The school can't ask the town to vote again for six months. But if 15% of the town signs a paper saying they want another vote, the school can ask sooner.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 103502 Election Proposition Timing Limits

If any proposition is defeated by the electors, the board shall not call another election on a substantially similar proposition to be held within six months after the prior election. If a petition requesting submission of such a proposition, signed by 15 percent of the district electors, as shown by the votes cast for all candidates for Governor within the district at the last gubernatorial election, is filed with the board, it may call an election before the expiration of six months. (Added by Stats. 1974, Ch. 502.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

substantially similar proposition15 percent of the district electors

Related Statutes

  • § 100402 Election Proposition Timing Limits
  • § 102503 Election Proposition Timing Limits
  • § 30902 Election Proposition Timing Limits
  • § 105202 Election Proposition Waiting Period
  • § 100400 Vta Bond Approval Process

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 103502.
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