California · Ballot measure

Proposition 3: Extends income tax rates on high incomes

On the ballot: November 3, 2026 Initiative constitutional amendment

A YES vote means

The higher income tax rates on high-income earners in place since 2012 would become permanent instead of expiring in 2031.

A NO vote means

Those higher income tax rates would expire in 2031, as current law provides.

Who supports it

  • California Federation of Teachers
  • California Professional Firefighters
  • California School Employees Association
  • California School Nurses Organization
  • California Teachers Association
  • and 1 more

Who opposes it

  • California Hispanic Chambers of Commerce
  • California Taxpayers Association
  • Central Valley Business Federation
  • Family Business Association of California
  • Hispanic Chambers of Commerce of San Francisco
  • and 1 more

From official campaign filings and public endorsements, each linked on the full page (checked October 30, 2026). Not complete; not an endorsement.