Defend Oregon reports that Measure 64 could lead to a loss in funding or severe penalties for Oregon charities. Measure 64 on the ballot in the November general election would prohibit public employees from using voluntary payroll deductions to donate to nonprofits, charities, unions, and other organizations of their choice. It prohibits money collected with the use of public resources from being used for political purposes, except elections, official voter pamphlets and most lobbying. "Political purpose" is defined as: candidates, political committee or party, initiative or referendum committee, and supporting/opposing candidates or ballot measures (including signature gathering for petitions ).