State GovernmentBill Would Limit Talks With California Coastal CommissionMarch 22, 2016(AP) — A California state lawmaker hopes to end private communications between members of the California Coastal Commission and people interested in swaying its decisions.
State GovernmentPolitical Expenditures Lobbying Loophole TightenedMarch 17, 2016 | Ben BradfordThe state agency that oversees political expenditures in California has tightened what it says was a loophole in lobbying rules.
State GovernmentCalifornia Watchdog Considers Rule Narrowing Secret LobbyingMarch 13, 2016(AP) — California regulators are considering a plan to curb secret lobbying at the state Capitol.
State GovernmentProposed Rule Closes Lobbying Loophole In California GovernmentFebruary 25, 2016 | Ben BradfordCalifornia’s elections watchdog agency says lobbyists are exploiting a loophole in state rules and it’s allowing people to influence legislation and rules without registering as lobbyists. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentInternet Companies Want More Influence In California LegislatureJuly 14, 2014 | Katie OrrThe Internet has an increasing influence on society and now it wants more influence on legislation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
