Legislature – Page 159 – California Globe

Recycled Purchase Mandates on Local Governments

May 14, 2025 2:30 amMay 14, 2025 2:31 am

The California Public Contract Code in Division 2, Part 3, Chapter 3.5 contains recycled product procurement mandates pertaining to local governments. Section 22150 provides that, if fitness and quality are equal, each local public entity is required to purchase recycled...

Globe Interview: Senator Tony Strickland on Funding Prop. 36 in May Revise

May 13, 2025 4:34 pmMay 13, 2025 4:42 pm

What is required legally when a proposition/ballot initiative is passed by voters requiring funding for implementation? What can be done legally if Governor Gavin Newsom refuses to fund Proposition 36, the anti-crime initiative passed last November by nearly 70% in...

Gavin Newsom Gaslighting California Again with Homeless Encampment Plan

May 13, 2025 12:47 pmMay 13, 2025 12:47 pm

California Governor Gavin Newsom is gaslighting Californians again, as he issued another ordinance on homeless encampments on Monday, requiring cities to remove homeless encampments in a “humane” way. As I noted on X, “This is rich coming from @GavinNewsom who...

The Ludicrous Spectacle of Luigi: The Musical

May 13, 2025 6:38 amMay 13, 2025 6:38 am

The announcement of Luigi: The Musical, set to premiere June 13, 2025, at San Francisco’s Taylor Street Theater, has ignited fierce criticism for its crass, obvious exploitation of a still-fresh tragedy. This 60-minute “comedic” production, staged at a 49-seat venue,...

Protecting Female Civil Liberties: It’s Non-Negotiable

May 13, 2025 3:30 amMay 13, 2025 3:31 am

The debate surrounding biological males competing in female sports and accessing women’s facilities is not merely about inclusivity—it is about the fundamental protection of female autonomy, dignity, and safety. While inclusivity should be encouraged in society, it must not come...

Breach or Repudiation of Sales under the Commercial Code

May 13, 2025 2:30 amMay 13, 2025 2:31 am

California’s Commercial Code, in Division 2, Chapter 6, deals with breaches, repudiation, and excuses for sales. Section 2601 provides that, with specified exceptions, if the goods or the tender of delivery fail in any respect to conform to the contract,...

Gov. Newsom Smears USC Professor Mische for Reporting CA is Facing $8.43/gallon Gas as Refineries Close

May 12, 2025 4:25 pmMay 12, 2025 4:25 pm

Last week the Globe reported that California gas prices could escalate 75% to $8.43 per gallon in 2026 due to the pending shutdowns of two major in-state refineries, according to USC Professor Michael Mische. “California can ill afford the loss...