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Podcast: The Bay
Episode: Prop. 5: Should It Be Easier to Pass Local Bonds for Affordable Housing and Infrastructure?
Description: Right now, passing a local bond measure requires a two-thirds majority to pass. Supporters of Prop. 5 this should be easier, and want to amend the state constitution to lower the threshold for local bonds for affordable housing and infrastructure. If Prop. 5 passes, local bonds would require 55% of voter support instead of two-thirds.This episode has been updated to clarify ramifications of Proposition 13.Prop Fest is a collaboration from Bay Curious and The Bay podcasts, where we break down each of the 10 statewide propositions that will be on your November 2024 ballot. Check out KQED’s Voter Guid...