LA County Measure ER trails 47-45 in early April polling
Issue
LAist reported on April 3, 2026 that Measure ER, on LA County's June 2 ballot, trailed 47% to 45% in polling. It would send 45% of its money to nonprofit clinics, 22% to county hospitals and 10% to public health.
If it fails, campaign leader St. John's Community Health could lose about 33% of its $240 million revenue.
Key points
- Polling was 47% opposed and 45% in favor, under 50% with five weeks left.
- About 33% of St. John's $240 million revenue was at risk if Measure ER failed.
- SEIU 721 and the California Community Foundation each gave $200,000 in support.
- The split is 45% nonprofit clinics, 22% county hospitals and 10% public health.
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FQHC Talent. (2026, April 3). LA County Measure ER trails 47-45 in early April polling. Source: LAist. Retrieved November 11, 2026, from https://www.fqhctalent.com/intel/la-county-measure-er-polling-47-45-april-3-2026