Certain public and private projects would be eligible for new project review and court challenge procedures. For example, new procedures would tighten time limits for environmental review and reduce the scope of what courts can consider when reviewing legal challenges.
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California Proposition 45 2026: What a Yes or No Vote Means
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California · November 3, 2026 · upcoming
MODIFIES ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FOR CERTAIN PROJECTS.
Amends California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to expedite environmental review for certain projects (including most housing, transportation, water, and health projects) by setting deadlines to complete environmental review and resolve lawsuits challenging project approvals.
What your vote means
Yes or No, in the state's words
Public and private projects would continue to use existing project review and court challenge procedures.
What the state says it may cost or change
Initial costs for state and local governments, likely in the high tens of millions of dollars—potentially exceeding $100 million—annually, partly covered by fees. Uncertain, potentially more significant positive or negative longer-term fiscal effects.
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Who the official quick guide lists
California Children’s Hospital Association; California Water Association; California Council for Affordable Housing
Coalition for Clean Air; CA Environmental Voters; Physicians for Social Responsibility, LA; National Wildlife Federation
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