Oppose statewide Initiative 1326 that increases criminal justice penalties

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In Plain English

Initiative 1326 would add $500 million annually for criminal justice programs statewide. The measure increases drug penalties, makes it easier to prosecute youth as adults, and requires criminal background checks for housing assistance. Richmond's opposition joins other cities criticizing the initiative's approach to public safety.

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Votes

Approve the motion to oppose Initiative 1326

Passed

9 to 0

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Why This Vote Matters

Richmond's city council unanimously voted to oppose Initiative 1326, a statewide ballot measure that would spend $500 million annually on criminal justice programs while increasing drug penalties and making it easier to try youth as adults. The initiative would also require criminal background checks for people seeking housing assistance. Richmond joins other cities across the state in opposing this approach to public safety policy. This was a routine position-taking vote on state policy rather than a decision affecting local city operations.

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Community Discussion

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