Quick Guide to Propositions
Proposition 014 - Authorizes bonds to continue funding stem cell and other medical research. Initiative statute.
Proposition 014 - Authorizes bonds to continue funding stem cell and other medical research. Initiative statute.
Summary
Authorizes $5.5 billion state bonds for: stem cell and other medical research, including training; research facility construction; administrative costs. Dedicates $1.5 billion to brain–related diseases. Appropriates General Fund moneys for repayment. Expands related programs. Fiscal Impact: Increased state costs to repay bonds estimated at about $260 million per year over the next roughly 30 years.
Money Raised
Chart depicts total fundraising by all committees primarily formed for and against Prop 14.Totals are updated daily with contributions from Power Search 
and adjustments from the most recent Political Reform Division analysis.
Largest Contributions
Showing the 10 largest contributions to committees formed primarily for and against Prop 14 in the election cycle when it appeared on the ballot. Contributions in earlier election cycles and contributions between allied committees are excluded. For more information on funding for ballot measure campaigns, visit the Power Search campaign finance search engine.
Yes on Prop 14
09/02/2020
10/15/2020
10/13/2020
10/13/2020
10/13/2020
03/02/2020
10/26/2020
04/02/2020
03/13/2020
09/29/2020
No on Prop 14
07/17/2020
What your vote means
Yes
A YES vote on this measure means: The state could sell $5.5 billion in general obligation bonds primarily for stem cell research and the development of new medical treatments in California.
No
A NO vote on this measure means: The state could not sell $5.5 billion in general obligation bonds primarily for stem cell research and the development of new medical treatments in California.
More on Proposition 14
For background on Proposition 14, an analysis by the legislative analyst, endorsements for and against the measure, and more...
- Read the California Voter Information Guide.
Arguments
Pro
Prop. 14 funds further development of treatments and cures for chronic, life–threatening diseases like Cancer, Alzheimer’s, Heart Disease, Diabetes, Parkinson"s, Kidney Disease. Builds on 2,900 medical discoveries; increases patient access & affordability; stimulates California’s economy; ensures strict accountability. Doctors, Nobel Prize Scientists, over 70 leading Patient Advocate Organizations, urge YES on 14.
Con
No on Prop. 14. Would commit $7.8 billion we cannot afford during this economic and budget crisis. Funds a state agency with management challenges and poor results after $3 billion already spent. Servicing debt of Prop. 14 could increase pressure for higher taxes or layoffs of nurses, first responders and other public employees.
Campaigns
For
P.O. Box 20368
Stanford, CA 94309
(888) 307-3550
YESon14@CAforCures.com
www.YESon14.com