In California’s Government Code, there are several code sections that set forth the enactment of statutes and adoption of resolutions. These statutes were enacted in 1943 and are found in Title 2, Division 2, Part 1, Chapter 5. The provisions...
What is a “bill”? Although the term “bill” is mentioned more than two dozen times in the California Constitution, the word is actually not defined in this document. It is also not defined in the California Government Code. A traditional...
Having worked in both Washington, DC and Sacramento, I am often asked about the differences in the two legislative processes. California’s Legislature is obviously based upon the federal legislative branch and, as you would expect, they share many things in...
California Globe contributor Chris Micheli reports through Friday, October 11, Governor Gavin Newsom has acted on 809 bills out of the 1,042 sent to him. He has signed 763 and vetoed 46 bills (5.7% veto rate). That leaves 233 bills...
California Globe contributor Chris Micheli shares with us the latest status and count of bills still left: As of Tuesday, September 17: Senate Bills There are 187 bills in the enrollment process. There are 48 on his Desk. For 235...
Whether a lobbyist or a constituent, it is important when advocating for your position to have effective meetings with elected or appointed officials, as well as their staff. In broad terms, you should consider some of the factors that may...
With the Suspense Files behind us and the May 31 House of Origin deadline approaching, the following are the number of bills being debated and voted on in the Senate and Assembly Floors as of Monday: Senate Floor Senate 2nd Reading...