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HomeGovernment CodeCh. 8§ 88000 State Ballot Pamphlet Preparation

§ 88000 State Ballot Pamphlet Preparation

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§ 88000 State Ballot Pamphlet Preparation

Key Takeaways

  • •The state makes a special booklet about the things people vote on.
  • •The person in charge of this booklet is the Secretary of State.
  • •This rule was added in 1974 because people voted for it.

Example

Before an election, you get a booklet in the mail.

This booklet explains what you are voting for, like new laws or leaders. The Secretary of State puts it together so everyone knows what they are voting on.

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

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§ 88000 State Ballot Pamphlet Preparation

There shall be a state ballot pamphlet which shall be prepared by the Secretary of State. (Added June 4, 1974, by initiative Proposition 9.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

secretarythe statepropositionadded june

Related Statutes

  • § 88004 Ballot Pamphlet Measure Order
  • § 88005.5 Legislative Measure Proofreading
  • § 88007 Legislative Ballot Pamphlet Amendments
  • § 9900 Legislative Reform Act
  • § 9903 Chapter Construction Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 88000.
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