Tag: Assembly
The Role of the Legislative Ethics Committees
Ethics in the California Legislature is an important topic. As such, both houses of the Legislature have their own ethics committees. The Senate has adopted an official Code of Conduct for its members, while the Assembly has not. Nonetheless, both...
California Globe Voter Guide to the 2020 March Primary
California is having its first ever early March Primary Election this March 3, 2020. California Globe is providing you a peek into the races statewide, and some hot seats and issues. Remember, registration deadline is February 18. However, California does...
Referral of Bills in the California Legislature
After the introduction of a new bill in the California Legislature, or upon a bill passing one house and moving over to the other house for further consideration, that measure must be referred to a committee for a hearing. So,...
Environmental Regulations For California Owned Washing Machines Under AB 1952
Washing machines in California may need to include a new filter system if AB 1952 becomes law. Assembly Bill 1952, authored by Assemblyman Mark Stone (D-Monterey Bay), would require a new microfiber filter system in all state owned and operated...
Overview of California’s Budget Process
The state budget process on paper is similar to the legislative process; however, it can be different in practical terms. The full budget committees of the Senate and Assembly act mostly as the final arbiter of their respective houses when...
Legislative Powers and Duties by Statute
In California’s Government Code, there are several code sections that set forth legislative powers and duties. These statutes were added by Proposition 24 in 1984 and are found in Title 2, Division 2, Part 1, Chapter 8, Article 2. The...