CA Prop 36 (2024)

California lawmakers are refusing to fund voter-approved Proposition 36, effectively sabotaging the criminal sentencing reform measure that passed overwhelmingly in 2024. San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan is calling out Sacramento for ignoring the will of voters, arguing that budgets reflect values and the state is choosing "dysfunction over results." This funding fight is emerging as a key issue ahead of the 2026 governor's race, with Mahan gaining support as a potential challenger to the Democratic establishment.