California Proposition 5 would amend the state constitution to eliminate the simultaneous successor election on recall ballots for statewide officers, leaving any vacancy to be filled later under existing law while permitting the recalled official to run again. The measure, referred by the legislature, appears on the November 3, 2026 ballot amid broader debates over recall mechanics following past high-profile contests. Organized support from groups such as the League of Women Voters and Common Cause emphasizes procedural simplification and reduced costs, while opponents including election-integrity organizations argue it weakens voter accountability by removing the replacement choice. With the voter guide recently released and no dominant polling shifts in recent months, trader pricing reflects the closely divided landscape and typical hurdles for constitutional changes.