The polls have closed, and results will soon start pouring in for the fate of Proposition 45, the ballot measure that would restrict the California Environmental Quality Act.
The measure aims to expedite housing, transportation, and water projects by placing time limits on legal and environmental reviews.
The Secretary of State and Patch will update the results throughout the night as votes are tallied, and the page will be refreshed for the latest updates. Scroll through the graphic for real-time statewide Proposition results.
Can't see the results? Click here for all November 3, 2026 California statewide ballot measure results.
Proposition 45 would make eligible projects subject to the new review and court-challenge procedures when applicants choose them.
Supporters promised faster housing and construction approvals.
Opponents warned that the measure would gut environmental protections and hand developers new power to outrun public scrutiny.
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