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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....

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Conducting Business on the Floors of the California Legislature

October 25, 2019 8:38 amOctober 25, 2019 8:39 am

The California Legislature conducts its business both in policy and fiscal committees, as well as on the Floors of the State Assembly and State Senate. Each house determines its own rules and specifies how business will be handled on their...

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Regular vs. Special Sessions in the California Legislature

October 23, 2019 5:03 amOctober 22, 2019 10:01 pm

The California Legislature can meet in regular, special or joint sessions. A “session” is the designated period of time in which the Legislature meets. A “joint” session, which can occur in a regular or special session, is one in which...

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Some Key Differences between the Assembly and Senate in the CA Legislative Process

September 30, 2019 2:15 amSeptember 30, 2019 12:09 pm

There are a number of differences between the Assembly and the Senate in terms of the California legislative process, many of which are minor in nature. However, for students of the process, as well as those involved in the State...

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Challenges to Lawmaking in California

September 25, 2019 8:07 amSeptember 25, 2019 8:17 am

Individuals and groups engaged in California’s lawmaking process may find several challenges in their legislative endeavors. There are institutional challenges, as well as political ones, that complicate the legislative process and that must be overcome to achieve a successful outcome...

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Effective Meetings with Legislators and Staff

July 1, 2019 2:20 amJune 30, 2019 11:43 am

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...

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The Do’s and (mostly) Don’ts of Legislative Branch Provisions

May 24, 2019 8:00 amMay 24, 2019 8:10 am

Here are some interesting provisions about the legislative branch found in state statutes (along with the relevant section): Article 1 deals with legislative compensation and is covered in Sections 8902 and 8903. When legislators are in Sacramento to attend a...

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Obstacles Faced in the Legislative Process

Conducting Business on the Floors of the California Legislature

Regular vs. Special Sessions in the California Legislature

Some Key Differences between the Assembly and Senate in the CA Legislative Process

Challenges to Lawmaking in California

Effective Meetings with Legislators and Staff

The Do’s and (mostly) Don’ts of Legislative Branch Provisions