Recall Reform
What it is
Proposition 5 would change the recall election process for any official who serves statewide. Currently, when an office holder is recalled, voters are also immediately asked who the replacement should be. Proposition 5 would separate that process. Instead, a new election would be held to elect a replacement, and the person who was recalled would be allowed to run. If the person recalled is the governor, the lieutenant governor would serve as governor until voters elect a replacement.
What Your Vote Means
Voting YES
Recall elections would no longer include a question about who should fill the vacancy. Instead, vacancies typically would be filled through special elections or appointments, depending on the office and timing.
Voting NO
Voters would continue to be asked who should fill the vacancy as part of recall elections.
Arguments
Supporters say
Proposition 5 puts the emphasis back on whether a candidate should be recalled, not on if someone running against them would be better. Democrats support the measure.
Opponents say
Proposition 5 would decrease turnout in a recall election and limit the voice of voters. Republicans oppose the measure.
Fiscal Impact
Net fiscal effect unknown. In the event of a recall, savings or costs of millions of dollars to administer the election depending on the office recalled.
Campaign Finance
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No contributions were found supporting or opposing Prop 5.
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Source: CA Secretary of State Power Search