Child Advocates Release 2016 Policy AgendaFebruary 23, 2016 | Steve Milne"Leveling the playing field." That's the theme of a package of bills in the California state legislature intended to end child poverty. The Children's Defense Fund of California is pushing nine bills this year to ensure all kids thrive. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentCalifornia Bill Would Require Videotaping Sales Of FirearmsFebruary 19, 2016(AP) — All California gun sales would have to be videotaped under a proposal introduced in the state Legislature.
State GovernmentBrown Calls For Fiscal Discipline In State Of State AddressJanuary 21, 2016 | Chris Nichols | Ben BradfordLike the speech itself, reactions to California Governor Jerry Brown’s State of the State address fell along familiar lines.
State GovernmentLawmakers Propose Ban On Powdered Alcohol In CaliforniaJanuary 18, 2016 | Chris NicholsCalifornia lawmakers say powdered alcohol could lead to alcohol abuse by minors, and could easily be sneaked into schools and sporting events.
State GovernmentCapitol Roundup: Lawmakers Introduce Bill To End "Tampon Tax"January 6, 2016 | Chris NicholsCalifornia lawmakers have introduced a bill to end the "tampon tax." Meanwhile, the DMV says it hit another milestone issuing driver licenses to people illegally in the state.
New California Laws 2016New California Law Boosts Worker Protections For School LeaveJanuary 6, 2016 | Chris NicholsTaking time off work to enroll a child in school or daycare will be a protected activity for many workers in California under a new law effective Jan. 1.
New California Laws 2016New California Law Requires Bright Markings On BB GunsDecember 24, 2015 | Chris NicholsA new California law meant to boost gun safety, especially for teenagers and law enforcement, goes into effect on Jan. 1. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentGovernor Approves Antibiotic Restrictions For California LivestockOctober 10, 2015 | Chris NicholsStarting in 2018, California’s livestock industry will no longer be allowed to give regular, low doses of antibiotics to healthy farm animals under a bill signed on Saturday by Gov. Jerry Brown.
State GovernmentGovernor Signs Bills To Expand Voting Rights In CaliforniaOctober 10, 2015 | Chris NicholsIn a move advocates say “will make our democracy stronger,” California Gov. Jerry Brown has signed a package of bills to expand and strengthen voting rights in the state.
State GovernmentProtesters Rally For, And Against, End-Of-Life BillSeptember 24, 2015 | Ben BradfordSupporters and opponents of a bill that would allow terminally ill Californians to end their lives with doctor assistance are making final pitches to Governor Jerry Brown. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
