State GovernmentCalifornia Popular-Vote Measure To Start Signature GatheringMarch 7, 2017(AP) - Supporters of a California proposition asking if the president should be elected by popular vote have cleared the first hurdle to getting on the 2018 ballot.
State GovernmentNew Bill Would Modernize Outdated Cal-Access WebsiteMarch 14, 2016 | Ben BradfordA bill in the California State Senate would overhaul the late 1990s website used to track political spending. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsCalifornia's Election Chief Knows Firsthand Why So Many Don't VoteJanuary 29, 2016As the son of Mexican immigrants, Secretary of State Alex Padilla saw why so many Californians don't bother to vote or even register to vote.
State GovernmentChanges Coming To Voter Bill Of RightsDecember 14, 2015 | Bob MoffittTwo non-profit groups say they have some ideas about how to make the California Voter Bill Of Rights easier to read.
State GovernmentTracking Money in California Politics Might Get EasierSeptember 2, 2015 | Chris NicholsCalifornia officials are launching a new search engine to better track campaign money for state candidates and ballot measures.
State GovernmentBill Would Overhaul California Voting SystemJune 10, 2015 | Katie OrrCalifornia tends to rank near the bottom in voter turnout. But some state officials say a bill announced Wednesday could help improve participation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Voting Will Soon Be UnderwayOctober 6, 2014Voting for the November elections will soon be underway in California. Vote-by-mail ballots are being sent out. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentSecretary Of State Candidates Focus On Technology, FlexibilitySeptember 11, 2014 | Katie OrrBoth candidates running for California Secretary of State say the state would benefit from better use of technology and more flexible voting practices.
State GovernmentOverseas Ballots Begin Going Out This WeekSeptember 2, 2014 | Katie OrrThe November election may still be two months away, but some California voters could soon be casting ballots. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentProp 49 May Be Off BallotAugust 11, 2014 | Katie OrrA court ruling today makes it unclear whether California voters will get to weigh in on the controversial Citizens United decision. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
