#california-legislature

#california-legislature

California's political landscape often sees legislation re-emerge through procedural maneuvers, reflecting ongoing battles over transparency in ballot measures.

The Fight for Firefighters Act aims to transition seasonal firefighters to year-round employment to improve emergency response and address staffing issues.

California lawmakers are prioritizing policies aimed at reducing the cost of living for residents as they embark on a new legislative session.

California Governor Gavin Newsom is contemplating a special legislative session due to Donald Trump's election.

Special interest groups are heavily influencing Democrat-on-Democrat races in California, impacting future legislative decisions.

The outcome of these races could shape critical issues like climate change, education, and criminal justice reform.

California's legislature passed significant bills addressing extremism in the military and promoting bicycle safety.

California's SB 1047 seeks to regulate AI risks by assigning liability to developers and requiring safety measures like kill switches.

Some California lawmakers are urging the passage of reparations bills for Black residents that have stalled in the legislature, citing various concerns.

California lawmakers face criticism for inefficiency in the Capitol Annex Project, with no clear timeline for completion six years after demolition of the old annex.

California's recent exemptions from CEQA raise questions about environmental law integrity and legislative courage in reforming outdated policies.

Google's financial support for local journalism in California is criticized as a political maneuver that benefits the tech giant more than the media.

SB 1299 seeks to enhance workers' compensation for heat-related illnesses in agriculture, despite employer concerns about new costs.

California lawmakers demand new laws to bolster outdoor heat protections due to failing enforcement by Cal/OSHA amid rising heat extremes.

Advocates must track and speak up on numerous bills in California's full-time legislature from January to August.

EFF has achieved a victory by helping stop S.B.1076, which would have weakened the California Delete Act, enhancing consumer privacy rights.

A 2022 law limited campaign contributions to $250 to local elected officials from donors with specific interests. There's a bill to raise the limit to $1,000 and ease restrictions.