What Bill Drafting Guidance Do We Have from the Legislature’s House Rules?
When drafting legislation in California, there are several sources of guidance in drafting bills and other forms of legislation (resolutions…
UC Hastings Name Change in 2023 Following Signing of Bill By Gov. Newsom
A bill to officially change the name of University of California, Hastings College of the Law to University of California…
What Bill Drafting Guidance Do We Have from the California Legislature’s Joint Rules?
When drafting legislation in California, there are several sources of guidance in drafting bills and other forms of legislation (resolutions…
Three LA Homeless Agencies Failed To Spend $150 Million in Federal Grants
According to reports coming out during the weekend, three Los Angeles County homeless agencies responsible with reducing homelessness in the…
El Cajon’s Onerous Homeless Problem is Coming From San Diego County
El Cajon, a suburb of the City of San Diego, has an issue with homeless. While many cities throughout California…
Do Lieutenant Governors Sign Bills?
The Governor of California obviously plays an integral role in the legislative process by providing final action (sign or veto)…
Gov. Newsom Vetoes Mandatory Kindergarten Bill
A bill to make kindergarten mandatory for all students entering the first grade in California was vetoed by Governor Gavin…
Do Governors Allow Bills to Become Law Without Their Signature?
As readers know, in California, the Governor has three options when a bill reaches the Governor’s Desk: sign the bill…
California’s EDD – Same As It Ever Was
This article has been updated to explain a correction. “In response to pandemic problems, EDD unveils massive reform initiative.” A headline…
What Is a Business Under California Law?
One of the key principles in legislative drafting is consistency in language, including definitions. In looking at who is a…