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Frequently Asked Questions about the Executive Branch Revolving Door Limit

January 16, 2024 2:45 amJanuary 16, 2024 2:46 am

What is the “revolving door”? When legislative or executive branch officials leave government service, it is often referred to as the “revolving door” between the public and private sectors. Are elected members of the legislative branch subject to the “revolving...

Adam Schiff Secures LA Times Senate Endorsement

January 16, 2024 2:30 amJanuary 16, 2024 2:31 am

In a release on Sunday, The Los Angeles Times endorsed Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA) for the U.S. Senate, giving him one of the most prominent endorsements for Democratic candidates in the race. For about a year, Schiff, Congresswoman Katie Porter...

LAPD Police Chief Position To Open Up Following Michel Moore Retirement Announcement

January 15, 2024 12:51 pmJanuary 15, 2024 12:51 pm

Over the weekend, Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Chief Michel Moore announced that he will be retiring in February, opening up a rare slot for the chief of police that has led many groups across the city to demand for...

About Last Week…

January 15, 2024 6:55 amJanuary 15, 2024 1:32 pm

With the throwing out of the paying guests done and the spending of $64 million on renovation, etc., completed, Sacramento’s Capitol Park Hotel is now ready to house the homeless. The “supportive housing units” will house 130 folks eventually – 80...

On Neutering Lobbyists

January 15, 2024 2:55 amJanuary 16, 2024 1:34 pm

“It takes two to lie – one to lie and one to listen.” There is more truth in this Homer Simpson quote than most of us would like to admit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qoqmmIY1dQ There is also a kernel of an idea as...

New Guide to California State Government Published

January 15, 2024 2:45 amJanuary 15, 2024 2:46 am

Regular California Globe contributor Chris Micheli has just released his newest book, which is titled “A Practical Guide to California State Government: FAQs and Glossary of Terms.” The book contains nearly 80 short chapters and a glossary of terms and...

Frequently Asked Questions about Retroactive v. Prospective Legislation

January 15, 2024 2:30 amJanuary 15, 2024 2:31 am

What is the general rule for the application of a newly added or amended statute? In most instances, legislation applies prospectively, meaning after the law has been enacted and takes effect. What does a retroactive bill or retroactive statutory language...