California Fair Elections Act of 2026 establishes public campaign financing and spending limits for candidates.

The California Fair Elections Act of 2026 introduces public campaign financing and spending limits for candidates. Qualified candidates can receive public funds if they meet strict criteria, such as demonstrating broad-based support through small-dollar contributions. The act prohibits candidates from using public funds to repay personal loans or for legal defense fees and fines. It also bans contributions, expenditures, or independent expenditures from foreign governments, foreign principals, or foreign nationals.

California Fair Elections Act of 2026 establishes public campaign financing and spending limits for candidates.

The California Fair Elections Act of 2026 introduces public campaign financing and spending limits for candidates. Qualified candidates can receive public funds if they meet strict criteria, such as demonstrating broad-based support through small-dollar contributions. The act prohibits candidates from using public funds to repay personal loans or for legal defense fees and fines. It also bans contributions, expenditures, or independent expenditures from foreign governments, foreign principals, or foreign nationals.