State of California v. County of Shasta
July 14, 2026
Case Summary
LWVC, along with the LWV of Redding Area, filed an amicus brief in support of the challenge to Shasta County’s Measure B. The Leagues are represented by the ACLU and the law firm Cooley. Passed by Shasta County voters in June 2026, Measure B would make sweeping changes to the county’s election system, including (1) prohibiting the use of voting equipment that has been safely and securely used throughout California and (2) requiring ballots to be counted by hand.
The Attorney General’s lawsuit argues that these provisions conflict with California law and interfere with the state’s authority to establish uniform election procedures. Our amicus brief provides the perspective of voting rights and civil rights organizations on the broader impacts of measures like this, including the risks they pose to voters and to effective election administration.
LWV Timeline
August 2026
Preliminary Injunction Hearing
The Shasta County Superior Court will determine if Measure B can be enforced for the upcoming November midterms.
July 2026
LWV Files Amicus Brief
The LWVC joined the LWV of Redding Area, along with other voting rights organizations, to file an amicus brief.
June 12, 2026
California sues Shasta County
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber officially file a lawsuit in the Shasta County Superior Court to block Measure B. The state argues the measure violates the California Constitution and state election code.