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A 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 Government

California Bill Could Allow Rehab Instead Of Jail For Parents Who Commit Certain Crimes

August 30, 2019 | Chris Nichols

Parents 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 Government

California Assemblywoman Gonzalez Says A Deal Is Likely For Truckers in Dynamex Bill

August 26, 2019 | Scott Rodd

Truckers claim the proposal, as written, would eliminate the role of independent operators. They argue this could cause disruptions in the supply chain.

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Health Care

New ‘Public Charge’ Rule Targets Immigrant Use Of Health And Nutrition Services

August 23, 2019

The 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 Government

With Whites And Men Still Dominating The Pool, How California Hopes To Create A Diverse Redistricting Panel

August 22, 2019

The lottery to select most members might not yield a commission representative of the state. So there's also a Plan B.

State Government

PG&E Seeks Help In Paying Wildfire Victims

August 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 Government

California State Sen. Richard Pan Shoved Near Capitol By Opponent Of Vaccine Exemption Bill

August 21, 2019 | Ben Adler | Nick Miller

Pan, 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.

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State Government

California Raises Standard For When Police Can Use Deadly Force

August 19, 2019 | Ben Adler

Nearly 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.”

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State Government

Proposition 13 Battle Gets New Momentum For November 2020 Ballot

August 15, 2019 | Ben Adler

One 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.

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