State Government'Agreement' Reached At California Capitol On Proposal To Cap Rent HikesAugust 30, 2019 | Chris Nichols | Ben AdlerA statement from Gov. Gavin Newsom, Democratic legislative leaders and the bill’s author says they’ve “come to an agreement on a series of amendments” that would “create strong renter protections.”
State GovernmentCalifornia Bill Could Allow Rehab Instead Of Jail For Parents Who Commit Certain CrimesAugust 30, 2019 | Chris NicholsParents selected for rehabilitation would be required to complete programs such as family counseling, substance abuse and mental health treatment, anger management and job training.
State GovernmentCalifornia Assemblywoman Gonzalez Says A Deal Is Likely For Truckers in Dynamex BillAugust 26, 2019 | Scott RoddTruckers claim the proposal, as written, would eliminate the role of independent operators. They argue this could cause disruptions in the supply chain. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Health CareNew ‘Public Charge’ Rule Targets Immigrant Use Of Health And Nutrition ServicesAugust 23, 2019The Trump administration’s final “public charge” rule has sown confusion among immigration communities who wonder if using public benefits will hurt their chances of becoming legal residents.
State GovernmentWith Whites And Men Still Dominating The Pool, How California Hopes To Create A Diverse Redistricting PanelAugust 22, 2019The lottery to select most members might not yield a commission representative of the state. So there's also a Plan B.
State GovernmentPG&E Seeks Help In Paying Wildfire VictimsAugust 22, 2019(AP) — PG&E is asking the state Legislature to let it borrow money tax-free so it can compensate wildfire victims. The utility is facing up to $30 billion in potential damages from recent wildfires caused by its equipment.
State GovernmentCalifornia State Sen. Richard Pan Shoved Near Capitol By Opponent Of Vaccine Exemption BillAugust 21, 2019 | Nick Miller | Ben AdlerPan, the author of California’s vaccine law and a new proposal that seeks to limit medical exemptions, was walking to an event in downtown Sacramento when an opponent to that bill shoved the lawmaker in the back. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Raises Standard For When Police Can Use Deadly ForceAugust 19, 2019 | Ben AdlerNearly a year and a half after Sacramento police shot and killed Stephon Clark, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Monday that changes the legal use of force standard from “reasonable” to “necessary.” Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentProposition 13 Battle Gets New Momentum For November 2020 BallotAugust 15, 2019 | Ben AdlerOne of the most expensive political fights in California history could be headed for the November 2020 ballot: a property tax increase that could raise $10 billion a year for schools, community colleges and local governments. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentAnnual Softball Game For California Lawmakers Showcases Bipartisanship — As Republicans Struggle to Field TeamAugust 15, 2019 | Scott RoddInstead of Democrats versus Republicans, like in previous years, the two teams were a mix of party affiliations. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
