State GovernmentBill Would Bar Employers From Considering Criminal History In HiringSeptember 7, 2017 | Daniel PotterThe California state Senate is poised to vote on how and when employers consider the criminal records of job applicants.
Health CareMcCarty Bill Aimed At Fighting Opioid AddictionMarch 1, 2017 | Steve MilneDemocratic State Assemblymember Kevin McCarty of Sacramento wants to impose a one-cent per milligram surcharge on prescription opioids. The fee would pay for drug addiction prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentMental Health Bill Focuses On College StudentsMarch 8, 2016 | Jonathan AyestasAssemblyman Kevin McCarty proposed a bill that would match college funding on mental health services dollar-for-dollar. While the details are still getting worked out, it could increase accessibility for combating mental health stigma.
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.
Kevin McCarthy Officially Running For House SpeakerSeptember 28, 2015As expected, McCarthy, No. 2 in the House, has officially declared he is running to replace John Boehner as speaker. Boehner announced Friday he is resigning at the end of October.
Two Council Members Running For Sacramento Assembly SeatOctober 23, 2014 | Bob MoffittThere is a rare opening for an Assembly seat representing Sacramento and two Sacramento City Council members are running against each other.
Sacramento County Elections Results CertifiedJune 18, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe votes have been counted and certified for the City and County of Sacramento. The race for the top two in one city council race was decided by only 100 votes. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Sacramento Approves Grass For Cash PlanMarch 5, 2014 | Marianne RussThe city of Sacramento is moving ahead with a plan to offer rebates to people who rip out their front lawns and replace them with drought-tolerant landscaping. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
