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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...

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...

Sacramento DA Files Brief as SCOTUS Justices Take up Homeless Camping Ban Case

January 14, 2024 12:44 pmJanuary 14, 2024 12:44 pm

The United States Supreme Court announced on Friday they’ve accepted a case to decide whether Grants Pass, a city in Oregon, can enforce its ban on homeless public camping. Sacramento’s District Attorney Thien Ho has been a pioneer on homeless...

Frequently Asked Questions About Per Diem and Legislators’ Expenses

January 14, 2024 9:32 amJanuary 14, 2024 10:05 am

What is “per diem”? It is a Latin term meaning “for the day” and is used to describe the payment of expenses for elected and appointed officials. What is the authority for paying legislators’ expenses? Pursuant to Section 4(b) of...