Ordinance amending the Municipal Elections Code to remove the requirement that the Department of Elections publish the legal text of ballot measures in the Voter Information Pamphlet sent to voters before each election, and to allow the Director of Elections to determine the format of the Voter Information Pamphlet without the Ballot Simplification Committee's approval.

The Mayor's Office submitted an ordinance to amend the Municipal Elections Code to remove the requirement for the Department of Elections to publish the legal text of ballot measures in the Voter Information Pamphlet and to allow the Director of Elections to determine the format of the pamphlet without the Ballot Simplification Committee's approval.

The Mayor's Office requested a 30-day waiver for the ordinance as part of the budget submission, indicating its urgency in the context of the proposed budget for FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28.

The ordinance was referred to the Youth Commission for comment and recommendation, highlighting the need for public input on the proposed changes.

The Youth Commission submitted a negative recommendation against the ordinance, expressing concerns about accessibility and the importance of providing voters with complete information.

Public testimony was received during the Budget and Appropriations Committee hearing, with several residents opposing the ordinance due to concerns about its impact on democratic processes.

The ordinance remains pending committee action following public hearings and discussions, reflecting ongoing community concerns.