2026 Session Governor Bill Signing Messages
Like governors before him, Governor Gavin Newsom on occasion includes a “signing message” with bills that he has signed. Although…
Kern County Tanker Convoys: Fact or Fiction?
Recently, a video titled “Live Look at Kern County, California as PBF Refinery Refuses to Buy Barrels from the San…
California and Arizona Still Fighting DOJ Lawsuits Over In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants
California and Arizona are still defending laws that let illegal immigrants pay in-state college tuition as the U.S. Department of…
Did the Cold War Ever End? China, Communism and America
Who can forget the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, and the subsequent collapse of the Soviet Union? Apparently,…
Petersen Hits Mayes in AZ AG Debate Over Hobbs ‘Sham’ Probe and No-Bid Consultant Deal
Republican Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen challenged Attorney General Kris Mayes over her handling of the investigation involving Gov. Katie…
The Rule of Lenity in California
For purposes of statutory construction, the courts and bill drafters use a series of “canons” to guide them. These include…
Summary of California Bills Per Session and Actions Taken – 2026 Edition
The following research was updated in October 2026 in order to examine the major actions involving bills in the California…
Ringside – Geothermal Energy: A Huge Wildcard
If geothermal energy is a niche source of power in California, then it is in good company. In 2025, geothermal…
Out-of-State Democrats Pour More Than $1 Million Into Aaron Ford’s Gubernatorial Bid
National Democrats who want the White House in 2028 are writing checks and booking flights for Nevada Attorney General Aaron…
California Students Deserve Accountability – Not Excuses
As State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond prepares to conclude his tenure, California parents, educators and taxpayers have every…