SB 506 – Protects voter-driven proposition integrity

SB 506 ensures that ballot language in citizen-led elections is fair, clear, and not misleading, by establishing a uniform process for local propositions. It gives the Secretary of State and courts oversight to prevent deceptive or confusing language that could manipulate voter intent. By doing so, it protects the rights of citizens and taxpayers who are increasingly relying on ballot initiatives to challenge government overreach. This bill also restricts local governments from hijacking the process by placing conflicting measures on the same ballot, a tactic often used to dilute grassroots efforts. By cutting down on unnecessary legal challenges and re-elections caused by vague or biased language, it can help save taxpayer dollars. It also prevents repeat offenders from bypassing reform by forcing oversight for up to four years after a court violation.