California Court Dismisses Huntington Beach Voter ID Lawsuit

A California Superior Court has dismissed the state's lawsuit against Huntington Beach regarding its voter ID law, which was approved by local voters as Measure A. The law, set to take effect in 2026, requires voters to show identification for municipal elections, and was challenged for allegedly conflicting with state laws and disproportionately affecting minorities. Despite the dismissal, California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley Weber plan to appeal, asserting that the policy conflicts with state law. Huntington Beach Mayor Pat Burns celebrated the court's decision as a victory for election integrity and local governance. The city's attorney, Michael Gates, emphasized that Huntington Beach's charter city status allows it to manage local elections independently. The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between state and local authorities over election and other policy measures.