California Proposition 54 (2016)

Proposition 54 is a California ballot proposition on the November 8, 2016 ballot regarding requiring the recording and posting of videos of public meetings of the State Legislature. The measure would require the recordings to be posted on the internet within 24 hours of a meeting, available online for at least 72 hours before a bill can be passed, and downloadable for at least 20 years. The measure would also allow members of the public to record meetings.^[1]

Arguments for the measure state that it would increase transparency in the Legislature and provide time for bills to be reviewed by the public before going to vote.^[2][3]Arguments against the measure state that it would slow down the legislative process, and give lobbying efforts time to campaign after a bill has already been completed.^[4]

References

1. "Proposition 54. Legislature. Legislation and Proceedings. Initiative Constitutional Amendment and Statute.". Legislative Analyst's Office. Retrieved 9 October 2016.
2. Noon, Alison. "Proposition 54 would put California bills online for 3 days". The Washington Times. Retrieved 9 October 2016.
3. Hutchison, Helen; Casazza, Teresa. "Prop. 54 will make Legislature more transparent, accountable". The Sacramento Bee. Retrieved 9 October 2016.
4. Torres, Art. "Prop. 54 plays into the hands of special interests". The Sacramento Bee. Retrieved 9 October 2016.

External links

• Yes on Proposition 54
• No on Proposition 54