California’s State Appropriations Limit (Gann Limit)

<p>California’s <strong>State Appropriations Limit (SAL)</strong>—commonly known as the <strong>Gann limit</strong>—is a constitutional cap on how much tax revenue the state government can spend each year. The rule was created by voters through California Proposition 4 (1979), largely championed by anti-tax activist Paul Gann. It was later significantly modified by California Proposition 111 (1990). Together, these measures established a formula that restricts spending growth based on factors such as population and inflation.</p><p><br></p><p>More: <a href="https://www.sheehystrategygroup.com/news/2026/3/9/californias-state-appropriations-limit-gann-limit">California’s State Appropriations Limit (Gann Limit) — Sheehy Strategy Group</a></p>