What is an initiative?
An initiative is achieved by writing a law, submitting it to the attorney general, then receiving a title and summary from the office of the Attorney General. Those carrying the initiative then print petitions and must gather the equivalent of 8% (for a constitutional amendment) or 5% (for a statute) of the number of people who voted in the most recent election for governor. The signed petitions are then sent to the California Secretary of State for validation.
Why is it necessary?
In the case of SB 48 an initiative is necessary to Stop and repeal SB 48. Unfortunately, the referendum fell just short of the signatures needed to Stop SB 48. The next available tool that we have to stop this law is an initiative. We must again gather 700,000 NEW and VALID signatures for this initiative. We must pass the CLASS Act initiative to Stop SB 48.
I already signed the referendum do I need to sign again?
Yes! The CLASS Act is a NEW effort to Stop SB 48. We must again gather 700,000 VALID signatures.
What is the deadline for gathering signatures?
Petitions must be returned to us by July 11th.
How will this Stop SB 48?
The CLASS Act Initiative supersedes the changes that SB 48 made to the Education Codes.
What is the difference between an initiative and a referendum?
A referendum, often referred to as “the people’s veto” is a tool the people can use to recall legislation that has passed through the legislature and is now law. An initiative is a new piece of legislation that is written, and if it qualifies, is then submitted to the people on the ballot for a vote.
Who can sign the petition?
Anyone who is registered to vote in the state of California can sign the petition.
Not registered to vote? Click here to register
How can I sign a petition?
Print and sign a petition here!
To request petitions click here.
Please include: your name, mailing address, and how many petitions you would like. The long forms have 8 signatures spots each.
How can I get involved?
There are many ways to help Stop SB 48! You can:
- Sign the petition
- Host a petition drive at your church
- Share this message on Facebook and Twitter
- Donate to Stop SB 48
Can I fax my petitions in?
No. The state requirements demand an actual signature on petitions, not a copy.
How can I collect signatures?
You may request petitions by clicking here.
Please include: your name, mailing address, and how many petitions you would like. The long forms have 8 signatures spots each.
Can churches support the initiative?
Yes! Click here for a letter detailing the legal rights of churches to participate in this initiative effort.
Does SB 48 prohibit discriminatory content in school instruction?
Is SB 48 about bullying?
Is there evidence that classroom instruction on LGBT people impacts bullying?
Where can I read the actual provisions of SB 48 for myself?
Who voted for SB 48?
The Assembly passed SB 48 50-26.
The Senate passed SB 48 23-14.
Click here to see how all of the legislators voted.
Although Governor Brown does not have a vote in the legislature, he took a stand for SB 48 by refusing to veto it and instead giving it his signature.
StopSB48.com is a coalition of pro-family organizations, parents, students, teachers and more. We stand for family, community, and responsibility and our mission is simple: To stop implementation of SB 48 through the initiative process.