2024 Presidential

Proposition 6

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Proposition 6

Should California ban involuntary servitude in prisons and jails? 

Proposition 6 would ban involuntary servitude as punishment for a crime. It would specifically prevent state prisons from punishing inmates who refuse to work. The proposal was included in a package of bills aimed at providing reparations to Black Californians and was placed on the ballot by the state Legislature.

Yes Argument

Proposition 6 would make sure incarcerated people are not punished for doing rehabilitative or educational work instead of a prison job such as cooking or cleaning. It’s not fair for those who refuse a work assignment to face punishments such as losing their right to use the phone or receive visits from family members. Several states, including Alabama and Colorado, have already passed similar measures, removing language allowing involuntary servitude from their constitutions.

No Argument

None

Key Supporters

In Support

  • ACLU California Action
  • Anti-Recidivism Coalition
  • Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice
  • Legal Services for Prisoners with Children
  • Lori Wilson, state Assembly member 

In Opposition

  • None

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