Establishes a discount prescription drug program for eligible Californians. Fiscal impact: one-time and ongoing state costs, potentially in the millions to low tens of millions of dollars annually, a significant share of which would probably be borne by the state’s General Fund.
Outcome: Voters rejected Prop. 78 by a 41.5 percent to 58.5 percent margin, so this measure will not affect prescription drug prices or coverage.
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Other Resources
- Read Proposition 78
- Read a Medpin Analysis of Props. 78 & 79
- Read a RAND Analysis of Props. 78 & 79
- Listen to a KPCC AirTalk Broadcast on Props. 78 & 79 (RealPlayer required). Visit AirTalk Online.
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Facts & Analysis
Visit the no-spin zone for the who, what, and why of Proposition 78.
Visit the no-spin zone for the who, what, and why of Proposition 78.
For & Against
Review the official ballot summary, arguments, and rebuttals in an easy-to-read format.
Review the official ballot summary, arguments, and rebuttals in an easy-to-read format.
MoneyWatch
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Track who is contributing to the pro and con campaigns and how much.
AdWatch
View factual analysis of campaign ads, as well as estimated expenditures statewide and by market.
View factual analysis of campaign ads, as well as estimated expenditures statewide and by market.
NewsWatch
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Read the news articles, editorials, and other media coverage.
PollWatch
Monitor public opinion through the latest statewide, non-partisan polls.
Monitor public opinion through the latest statewide, non-partisan polls.
