Support apportionment of congressional districts and elected legislative bodies at all levels of government based substantially on population.

Many communities in California have been underrepresented or undercounted in past Censuses. The 2020 Census will decide how billions of federal dollars are distributed in California. An undercount could impact funding for our schools, health services, child care, emergency services and many other programs.The 2020 Census will decide the number of California’s Congressional members and Electoral College votes. A complete count means more people in power who truly represent and advocate for our communities.

The LWVC has a position supporting an orderly and simplified State Constitution. While not currently a priority for action, this position is used in conjunction with other positions when the League acts on both legislation and ballot measures.

Protect the citizen’s right to know and facilitate citizen participation in government decision-making.

Secure for the citizens of the District of Columbia the rights of self-government and full voting representation in both houses of Congress.

Voter frustration with California government abounds. What will improve the performance of California government?

The LWVC just completed an update study of the initiative and referendum process in California. As a result of the study, the League adopted an updated position.

The LWVC supports measures that enable the judicial system of California to provide adequate access to legal services to all who need them. While not a current priority for action, when we have members who monitor the issue, the League voice can be heard.

Open government is a basic principle for the League. We believe that democratic government depends upon informed and active participation in government. For people to be both informed and to participate in a meaningful way, the government must protect the citizen’s right to know. This includes giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings and making public records accessible.

The League of Women Voters supports the constitutional right of privacy of the individual to make reproductive choices.

Local governments – cities, special districts and counties – are the entities closest to the people. They all have locally-elected governing boards and provide most of the direct services to citizens. In 1910, the Separation of Sources Act gave specific authority to local governments and the state to collect taxes,set rates and obligations. Today, they have very little control over their financial resources.
Read more about the relationship between state and local finances.

Promote a dynamic balance of power between the executive and legislative branches within the framework set by the Constitution.

Promote U.S. policies that meet long-term social and economic needs of developing countries.