YES on Prop 6
A "yes" vote on Prop 6 will repeal the 2017 tax initiative, which increased gas taxes and other vehicle fees. A "yes" vote will reduce California tax revenues leading to fewer highway and road repairs. People who argue to vote "yes" say that cost of living is skyrocketing and road repairs have not even been addressed by this 2017 tax. Prop 6 supporters believe there is a better way to pay for road repairs.
NO on Prop 6
A "no" vote on Prop 6 will keep the 2017 tax initiative. This will allow the state legislature, without voter approval, to continue to increase gas taxes and other vehicle fees. Those who argue to vote "no" say that Prop 6 will eliminate funding for massive transportation projects, some of which are already in progress.
Why it matters to USC Students
Many USC students commute by car to campus or have a car to use around Los Angeles. Although the cost of gas is already expensive, rolling back the gas tax will slow down road repairs, and other infrastructural developments.
YES on Prop 7
A “yes” vote on Prop 7 will allow the California Legislature to adjust the date and time of the Daylight Savings period and establish a permanent Daylight Savings Time. A “yes” vote means a permanent California adjustment remains even if there is a change by the federal government. Supporters believe the system of switching clock times in the spring and autumn is outdated and unnecessary.
NO on Prop 7
A "no" vote on Prop 7 opposes the California legislature's ability to alter the DST. Opposers believe the current system of adjusting the clock is acceptable the way it is and to change to permanent DST would lead to more accidents as it would be darker during the winter mornings.
Why it matters to USC students
Changing the DST will increase the number of students traveling to school in the dark, including commuters and resident students who bike or walk and live off campus.
YES on Prop 10
A "yes" vote on Prop 10 will give cities in California the ability to expand rent control, limiting landlords' ability to raise rents. Supporters believe the housing shortage is driving up rents, which is unfair and leads to increased homelessness.
NO on Prop 10
A "no" vote on Prop 10 will keep the current Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act in place, which limits rent control. Opposers believe that expanded rent control doesn't solve the housing shortage and leaves renters with no protection.
Why it matters to USC students
Affordable housing in California is hard to come by. When students are searching for inexpensive places to live off campus, Prop 10 could impact their ability to find and rent affordable apartments. This is a complex proposition, and not easily explained in succinct terms, Annenberg Media recommends reading more about it here and here