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Supervisors accept introduction of 'Vote 16' charter amendment to let 16‑ and 17‑year‑olds vote in city elections
Summary
President Yee introduced a charter amendment on behalf of the San Francisco Youth Commission to place a 'Vote 16' measure on the November ballot, allowing 16‑ and 17‑year‑olds to vote in municipal elections if approved by voters.
President Yee introduced a charter amendment on May 12 to place a measure on the November ballot that would allow 16‑ and 17‑year‑olds to vote in San Francisco municipal elections if approved by the voters. The introduction drew support from board members and youth commissioners who organized a youth‑led press event earlier the same day.
Yee said the effort was led by the San Francisco Youth Commission and youth advocates who have previously advanced a similar ballot question in 2016. He said the city’s youth…
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