California Sen. Tom Umberg has proposed Senate Bill 398 to address concerns about cash incentives influencing voter turnout, specifically targeting practices associated with Elon Musk. The bill aims to close a loophole that allows wealthy individuals to exploit voter engagement tactics, such as lotteries for cash. This proposal is part of a broader legislative effort to reform voting in California, including initiatives to streamline vote counting and facilitate voter registration for students and overseas service members. The bill has advanced in the Senate and is now under consideration in the Assembly.
Umberg's bill aims to prevent wealthy individuals from using cash incentives like lotteries to manipulate voter turnout, highlighting the influence of figures like Elon Musk.
Senate Bill 398 stands out among other election reforms in California as it specifically targets the controversial practices of billionaire Musk in voter engagement.
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