Are Legislative Findings in ‘No Place Like Home’ Bills Sufficient?
In reviewing recently-passed legislation that proposes amendments to the “No Place Like Home Program,” as enacted by the voters by…
State Begins Construction On $6.5 Billion, 10,000 Mile Broadband Internet Network Across California
Newsom administration officials and construction executives laid a groundbreaking ceremony in San Diego on Friday, kicking off the start of…
Proposition 1: California’s Abortion Measure is Illogical and Intentionally Vague
Even though the United States Supreme Court just overturned Roe v. Wade and made it a state's decision, abortion is…
California Coastal Commission Approves New Desalination Plant in Orange County
The California Coastal Commission (CCC) voted 11-0 Thursday to approve the Doheny Ocean Desalination Project on Dana Point in Orange…
Common Sense Public Safety: Tulare County DA Warns of Fallout with Reduced Sentences and CDCR Resentencing
In June, the Globe spoke with Tulare County District Attorney Tim Ward about the alarming effects of legislative efforts to remove…
Legislature’s Instructions on Bill Intent and Interpretation
On occasion, in California legislation, the reader will find either a statement of legislative intent (e.g., “It is the intent…
Nury Martinez is Imperfect. Who isn’t?
Those of us who are perfect, which apparently includes just about everyone living in California today, have of course never…
Why Haven’t LA Councilmembers Kevin de León and Gil Cedillo Resigned?
LA City Councilmen Kevin de León and Gil Cedillo continue to resist the overwhelming calls to resign on Thursday, despite…
Interim LA City Council President Mitch O’Farrell Cancels Friday’s City Council Meeting Amid Scandal
Acting City Council President Mitch O' Farrell announced on Thursday that the scheduled City Council meeting on Friday would be…
Active v. Passive Voice in Legislation
In California, bill drafters are instructed to use the active voice, rather than the passive voice. This is a change…