California Ballot Propositions June 6 , 2006 Primary Election General Recommendations New endorsements posted as they become available. Click on proposition number to see IGS Hot Topic on the initiative. Or see our ballot measure summary guide at the bottom of this page.

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Ballot Measure Descriptions
For more in depth analysis click proposition number to see IGS library Hot Topics on each Initiative.

Prop. 81: Library Bond
Would raise $600 million to rebuild and expand library facilities throughout the state. The proposition would raise the money by authorizing state general obligation bonds.

Prop. 82: Universal Preschool
Would raise $2.3 billion to fund a program which would provide preschool to all of California's children. The proposition would be paid for by a new tax of 1.7% on individual incomes of individuals who make above $400,000. Couples who make above $800,000 would also be taxed at the 1.7% rate.

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