State GovernmentCalifornia Gov. Newsom vetoes AI safety bill that divided Silicon ValleySeptember 30, 2024The measure, known as SB 1047, was one of the nation’s most far-reaching regulations on the booming AI industry. It would have held AI companies legally liable for harms caused by AI and enabled a "kill switch" if systems went rogue.
State GovernmentNew law requires California schools to teach about historical mistreatment of Native AmericansSeptember 27, 2024California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law requiring public schools to teach about the historical mistreatment of Native Americans during the Spanish colonization and gold rush periods.
State GovernmentGavin Newsom is vetoing 1 of every 5 bills. Here’s whySeptember 27, 2024The governor blocks a sizable chunk of bills passed by the Legislature. He cites a few common reasons why they shouldn’t become law in California.
State GovernmentNewsom approves new regulations on oil drilling in CaliforniaSeptember 26, 2024 | Laura FitzgeraldAmid a special session on gas prices, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation which will limit drilling and create buffer zones between community spaces and wells.
State GovernmentNewsom signs two dozen gun-related billsSeptember 25, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiSeveral of the bills extend red flag laws and require schools prepare more for the possibility of an active shooter.
State GovernmentNewsom signs consumer protection bills on vacation rentals, overdraft fees and credit scoresSeptember 24, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiThe new laws could impact your decision the next time you book a vacation rental and help raise your credit score if you have medical debt.
State GovernmentNewsom and lawmakers tell California schools to restrict cell phone useSeptember 24, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiSchools aren’t currently required to have cell phone restrictions, but still, many already have rules in place. School administrators have until July 2026 to implement bans.
State GovernmentEfforts to reform school discipline in California peter outSeptember 24, 2024 | Megan MyscofskiLawmakers brought bills this year to change discipline and police contact for kids in K-12 schools, but they didn’t make it onto the books.
State GovernmentLater Friday night lights: How a new California law shields student athletes from heatSeptember 24, 2024A change in California law has set new rules for when young athletes can play and practice in high temperatures, affecting schools and teams across the state.
State GovernmentCalifornia drivers can get mobile licenses on their iPhones — but they need physical ones tooSeptember 23, 2024California is the seventh U.S. state to adopt mobile driver’s licenses for iPhones, part of a growing push by businesses and governments to make digital IDs commonplace.
