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Effective Versus Operative Dates of Statutes

November 13, 2019 6:04 amNovember 12, 2019 7:06 am

There is often confusion regarding effective versus operative dates. Specifically, Capitol observers often inquire when a statute actually “takes effect.” When it takes effect can be different than when the statute is operative. January 1 following the year a bill...

Utilizing Lobbying Coalitions

November 11, 2019 3:52 amNovember 10, 2019 9:03 pm

A vital and common aspect of lobbying in California and other jurisdictions is to join forces with other similarly situated parties so that a larger group is more powerful and effective than a single voice or even just a few....

The Work of the Legislature’s Joint Committees

November 8, 2019 2:21 amNovember 7, 2019 6:34 am

The California Legislature has a number of joint committees that are comprised of members of the Senate and Assembly and are intended to cover issues of mutual interest. The three main joint committees deal with legislative rules, the state budget...

Different Vote Requirements for California Legislative Actions and Bills

November 6, 2019 7:26 amNovember 6, 2019 7:28 am

Most Capitol observers are only aware of majority vote and 2/3 majority vote requirements for California legislation. However, there are actually several other categories of vote requirements on bills that come before the Legislature. The following are those categories and...

Obstacles Faced in the Legislative Process

November 4, 2019 2:16 amNovember 3, 2019 9:23 pm

As one might contemplate, there are numerous obstacles to overcome during the legislative process in California. These are generally categorized as policy, fiscal and political obstacles that may have to be addressed as a bill travels through the legislative process....

Managing a Successful Government Affairs Program and Contract Lobbyists

October 30, 2019 5:45 amOctober 31, 2019 5:54 am

Managing a successful government affairs program requires managing multiple component parts of an organization focused on advocating the interests of a company, labor union, or trade association. It is similar to being the campaign manager of a political campaign or...

Author: Chris Micheli

Effective Versus Operative Dates of Statutes

Utilizing Lobbying Coalitions

The Work of the Legislature’s Joint Committees

Different Vote Requirements for California Legislative Actions and Bills

Obstacles Faced in the Legislative Process

Sponsored Bills: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?

Managing a Successful Government Affairs Program and Contract Lobbyists