Californians to Vote on $10 Billion Education Bond Measure

Published on July 5, 2024

A $10 billion education construction measure passed both houses of the California Legislature and was approved by the governor July 3, ensuring it will be placed on the November ballot. The Senate passed the bill with a vote of 34–3. Republican Sens. Brian Dahle, Brian Jones, and Kelly Seyarto voted against the bill. It also passed the Assembly 72–1, with only one opposition vote from Republican Assemblyman Bill Essayli. The bond measure, Assembly Bill 247, originally asked for $14 billion to repair school facilities and invest in modernization. After lengthy negotiations among lawmakers, the bill passed the Senate Education Committee on July 1 with the amended amount. A climate resiliency bond, Senate Bill 867, was also set at $10 billion. It passed both houses and was also approved by the governor on July 3....

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