Election reforms proposed

A comprehensive package of election reforms dubbed the Voters Bill of Rights was proposed Monday as a way to boost turnout in municipal elections and move toward total public financing of political campaigns. Daily News

Los Angeles City Councilman Jose Huizar said he will introduce the package at today's council meeting with the hope that three City Charter amendments needed to implement the plan could be on the ballot next month.

A fourth proposal that would allow applicants to register to vote on Election Day would require a change in state law.