The proposal to split California into three states will be included in the general election ballot. Venture Capitalist Timothy Draper, the proponent of the Cal3 initiative submitted 402,468 valid signatures.
In fact, the Silicon Valley billionaire obtained more than 600,000 signatures from Californians in 58 counties. He received a clearance to gather signatures for his proposal in October .
In a memo, California Secretary of State Alex Padilla confirmed that Draper’s proposal is eligible for the November 6 general election ballot. He instructed all county clerks/registrars of voters to terminate further signature verification.
On June 28, Sec. Padilla will certify the proposal to divide California into three states as qualified for the ballot, unless withdrawn by Draper.
California voters have the opportunity to send a message
In a statement, the Citizens for Cal3 spokesperson Peggy Grande, said, “This milestone is a testament to the energized spirit of Californians wanting to create a better future for themselves and their communities.
