California Statutes Codifying Court Decisions
On occasion, the California Legislature codifies in statute reported appellate court decisions. These codifications are helpful because they make clear…
California Increasing State Water Release from 0% to 15% of Requested, Following Winter Storms
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced on Thursday that they would be releasing more stored water through the State…
California Has Existing Tools to Assist Struggling Restaurant/Bar Industry
Previous state and federal programs have been helpful to the California hospitality industry. However, for a host of reasons, including…
Enforcement of the California Political Reform Act
California’s Political Reform Act contains a number of enforcement mechanisms. They are contained in Government Code Title 9, Chapter 11,…
Sacramento Mayor Steinberg Spending $23 Million on Another Homeless Hotel
Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg announced this week the city has been awarded a $23.9 million state Homekey grant to convert…
Sen. Mike McGuire Named New Senate Majority Leader
On Wednesday, Senate President Toni Atkins (D-San Diego) named Senator Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg) the new Senate Majority Leader, replacing Senator…
Statements of Economic Interest by California Public Officials
California Government Code Title 9, Chapter 7, Article 5 requires statements of economic interests (SEI) to be filed as part…
Overreach in Technology Regulation Carries Multiple Risks
Last year, former chair of the U.S. National Science Board Diane Souvaine, PhD, testified before the Congressional Committee on Science,…
Attorney General Rob Bonta Launches Civil Rights Investigation Into Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced on Wednesday that he would be launching a Civil Rights investigation into Santa Clara…
Bill To Tighten Parameters of Expert Testimony Placed on Suspense File
A bill to tighten the parameters of allowable expert testimony, and to make it easier for those convicted to try…