Free Gas Cards: Legal Action Planned Over Promotion

SAN LEANDRO, CA — Opponents of the statewide gas tax repeal measure on Tuesday's ballot said they plan to take legal action in response to a free gas promotion by the measure's proponents this morning.

Rallies took place in support of Proposition 6 at gas stations around the state this morning, including one in San Leandro, at which attendees could enter a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gas card.

No on Prop 6 campaign spokeswoman Robin Swanson said, "It is illegal to offer anything of value for a pledge to vote, and our campaign will be taking legal action to address this desperate stunt."

Proposition 6, put on the ballot by petition signatures, seeks to repeal fuel taxes and other fees approved by the state Legislature last year to fund road repairs and public transportation.

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— Bay City News; Image via Ashley Ludwig, Patch