Unruh Civil Rights Act in California
Civil Code Section 51(a) created the Unruh Civil Rights Act, which provides that all persons in California are free and…
The Biggest Untold Reason for the Decline of Salmon
As Californians dig out from several major storms just since December, major reservoirs in the state are already filled to within 86 and…
CA Bill To Allow Binational Students In Mexico Receive In-State Tuition Progresses
A bill that would set up a pilot program to allow students who live in Mexico to attend Community College…
Media Blasé when 368 Arrested, 131 Rescued in California Sex Trafficking Operation
Apparently on February 1st, Los Angeles law enforcement authorities announced they had arrested 368 people and rescued 131 victims involved…
Controversial SD County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher Announces Run For State Senate In 2024
Former Assemblyman and current San Diego County Supervisor announced Monday that he plans to run for the 39th District state…
A Pair of Colossal Media Failures
This week has produced two of the most stunning, wide-ranging and humiliating revelations in the history of American media. Bombshell…
Legislative Findings and Declarations Versus Intent Statements in California Legislation
In reading bills in the California Legislature, you may encounter findings and declarations, or intent statements, or a combination of…
Senators Cruz, Manchin Propose ‘The Gas Stove Protection and Freedom Act’
We know that California is pushing to become the first state to ban natural gas heaters, water heaters, and furnaces…
Drafting Checklist for Creating a New Entity in California
When drafting a bill to create a new entity or commission in California law, the following are some of the…
Legislative Terms Compared
In reviewing the bill drafting manuals of the majority of states that publish them, I have read about some of…