Proposition 187 (California)

Proposition 187, passed in California in 1994, was a ballot measure aimed at restricting undocumented immigrants from accessing public services such as healthcare, education, and social assistance. It also sought to require law enforcement to verify individuals’ immigration status. The goal was to deter illegal immigration and reduce costs for taxpayers. However, it faced widespread legal challenges on grounds of discrimination and was ultimately blocked by courts from being fully implemented. The measure sparked intense debate about immigration policy, community integration, and the balance between public resources and enforcement.