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California State Board of Equalization District 4

Tom Umberg

Democratic

Republican

Issue getting the most attention

Protect homeowners from inaccurate assessments through stronger oversight.

Defends Proposition 13 and property rights through a pledge to protect Proposition 13.

Issue with the biggest divide

Promote clear, consistent, and accessible BOE rules and procedures for taxpayers, homeowners, and businesses.

Apply equal scrutiny to corporate tax appeals and homeowner appeals.

Strengthen county-assessor oversight for fair property-tax administration and advocate oversight of county assessment practices.

Publish county assessment ratios online and hold quarterly meetings with assessors.

Operate transparently, resist special-interest pressure in assessment decisions, and advocate structural reforms strengthening BOE accountability.

Make Board operations transparent to taxpayers.

Assist small businesses in BOE matters by promoting accessible, clear, and consistent Board procedures.

Supports policies helping small businesses thrive. Make the office a place for taxpayers and small-business owners to learn their rights.