State GovernmentBill Would Ease Imposing Of Stormwater Fees On Property OwnersJune 26, 2017 | Daniel PotterA bill in the California state Assembly could make it easier for local governments to charge fees to manage and collect storm water, but critics argue it’s a way to get money from property owners without a vote. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Single-Payer Health Plan On HoldJune 23, 2017 | Ben BradfordCalifornia Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon said he's pausing the advance of a single-payer health care measure, which he called "woefully incomplete."
California Advances Proposal To Pay Down Pension DebtJune 22, 2017 | Ben BradfordA proposal to pay down California pension debt is nearing passage in the state Legislature despite criticism from non-partisan analysts
State GovernmentState Budget Expands Earned Income Tax CreditJune 22, 2017 | Ben AdlerThe new California budget set to take effect next month includes an expansion of the state’s Earned Income Tax Credit.
State GovernmentLocal Governments Voice Concerns Over Rollout Of 5G Wireless NetworksJune 22, 2017 | Daniel PotterWireless carriers eager to roll out faster 5G technology want the California Legislature to streamline the local approvals process. But local governments argue the proposal would take away their powers of oversight and negotiation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentMore California Budget Votes Coming ThursdayJune 22, 2017 | Ben AdlerThere’s still more work left on the California budget for state lawmakers. Even though they sent a spending plan to Gov. Jerry Brown last week, up to a dozen companion “trailer” bills remain – and they could come up for votes as soon as Thursday.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezCalifornia's Largest Budget In History Reaches Final Steps To CompletionJune 22, 2017Lawmakers are set to finalize the largest budget in California’s history which will include major changes to the Earned Income Tax Credit, UC funding and other progressive priorities. Capital Bureau Chief Ben Adler has more insight. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentPlan To Regionalize Western Power Grid Stalls Post-TrumpJune 21, 2017 | Ben BradfordCalifornia energy regulators are calling for conservation this week as a precaution against blackouts. Meanwhile, a proposal to pool energy with other Western states—which could help meet spikes in demand—has stalled post-presidential election. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Lawmakers Consider Drone RulesJune 19, 2017 | Daniel PotterCalifornia lawmakers are once again considering rules on where and when it’s okay to fly drones. In years past the governor has vetoed several drone bills. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareUndocumented Young Adults Without Medi-Cal Coverage In New State BudgetJune 19, 2017 | Sally LongeneckerUndocumented young adults looking for health care were among those receiving the short end of the stick in the state budget process this year. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
