Having caused homeowner insurers to flee the state, it looks like the California Legislature is about to repeat its mistake, this time with health insurers. California is poised to cap health care spending. A 3.5% spending cap starts next year...
How does the Governor influence state agencies? If the agency is within the line authority of the Governor, or if the Governor appoints the director of the entity, the Governor can issue directives to the agency or to the CEO....
How many possible vote requirements are there for bills in the California Legislature? There are six possible vote thresholds required for passage of bills in order to enact a statute. Which bills require a 55% vote? In the 2023 Session,...
After forcing California grocery shoppers into “reusable” plastic bags at .10 cents a piece, flighty lawmakers are trying to ban them outright now. California lawmakers have voted to do away with reusable plastic bags – again. Assembly Bill 2236 and...
Where is the Congress established in law? The Constitution of the United States (Article I, Sections 1-10) spells out the authority of Congress to make laws. Is the Congress of power limited? Congress’ authority cannot conflict with the 10th Amendment...
State leaders’ energy mandates mean higher electricity prices for Californians. If you heard angry shouts of protest last month, it was likely your neighbors opening their electricity bills. These echoes of protest reverberated even more loudly in March when PG&E...
How many sections does Article 7 have? This article contains eleven sections. What does Article 7 relate to? It relates to public officers and employees Who is included in the state’s civil service system? Section 1 states that the civil...