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California voters have poured over $190 billion into state bonds since 2000, funding schools, water systems, housing, and infrastructure—but now the real question is: are we seeing the results we were promised? With billions spent annually on debt servicing, it’s time to shift focus from dollars spent to outcomes achieved. Current reporting only tracks expenditures, leaving lawmakers and taxpayers in the dark. Enter Assembly Bill 1754, a bold proposal requiring every statewide bond measure to set clear goals, define success metrics, and publicly report results—all at no extra cost to taxpayers. This simple, one-page report card could rebuild public trust by proving that California’s massive investments are actually delivering tangible improvements for everyone.

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