Assemblyman Carl DeMaio Promotes Proposition 39 on California Ballot
Republican State Assemblyman Carl DeMaio is promoting Proposition 39, a California ballot measure that would require voters to present government-issued identification and ensure voter registration confirms U.S. citizenship. DeMaio is working to distinguish this initiative from federal efforts, particularly those…
Los Angeles, CA, September 22, 2026 —
Republican State Assemblyman Carl DeMaio is actively promoting Proposition 39, a statewide ballot measure slated for the upcoming November election. The initiative proposes significant changes to California’s voting procedures, including a mandate for voters to present government-issued identification at the polls. Additionally, the measure would require voter registration to include confirmation of U.S. citizenship.
DeMaio’s campaign is reportedly focused on distinguishing Proposition 39 from broader federal initiatives aimed at restricting voting access, particularly those associated with former President Donald Trump. This strategic positioning aims to frame the California measure as distinct from national political efforts.
However, the proposition faces opposition. Critics argue that the implementation of a government-issued ID requirement could lead to the disenfranchisement of eligible voters. These opponents also contend that the measure is predicated on claims of voter fraud that they deem unsubstantiated. The measure’s appearance on the November ballot marks a key point for voter consideration regarding election integrity and access in the state. The specific details regarding the types of government-issued identification that would be accepted, and the precise mechanisms for confirming U.S. citizenship during voter registration, were not detailed in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Jill Replogle on laist.com, see more information here.
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