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Assemblymember Gipson Introduced Bill to Stabilize Gas Prices and Protect California’s Economy
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – (September 16, 2024) --- On August 30th, Governor Gavin Newsom called the Legislature into a special session to focus on stabilizing California’s volatile gas prices. Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson (D-Carson) has introduced AB X2-8...
Governor Newsom Signs AB 1836 to Protect Deceased Performers from AI Exploitation
Sacramento, CA – Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan (D-Orinda), Chair of the California State Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee, announced today that Governor Gavin Newsom has signed AB 1836 into law. This groundbreaking legislation, sponsored by...
Bill Fast-Tracking Office to Housing Conversions Headed to Governor’s Desk With a Unified Labor Agreement
Sacramento – Today, Assemblymember Matt Haney’s (D-San Francisco) legislation that allows local California governments to expedite office-to-housing conversions has reached a critical milestone in the legislative process, having passed out of the Senate...
AB 2697 ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING LEGISLATION WITH NATIONAL IMPLICATIONS ON GOVERNOR’S DESK
AB 2697 ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING LEGISLATION WITH NATIONAL IMPLICATIONS ON GOVERNOR’S DESK
New Retail Theft & Property Crime Legislation, Authored by Speaker Robert Rivas, Signed by Governor Newsom
SACRAMENTO, CA - In response to the organized smash-and-grab and dangerous robberies that have devastated California businesses and workers, legislation authored by Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas) – which holds accountable those who destroy or damage...
FAQ on California’s Special Session to Prevent Gas Price Spikes
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a special session of the Legislature on August 31, focusing on reducing spikes in gas prices, and with his proclamation came many questions. The goal of this document is to quickly address inquiries you may have...
Democratic Caucus Chair Rick Chavez Zbur Champions Key Legislation to Protect Californians' Health, Safety, and Rights
This legislative session, Assemblymember Zbur is proud to announce the successful advancement of ten bills to the Governor's Desk. Among these is the California Retail Theft Reduction Act, now signed into law and set to take effect on January 1, 2025...
Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo's 15 Bill Legislative Package Advances to the Governor's Desk for Signature
SACRAMENTO – Assemblywoman Pilar Schiavo announced today that her 15 bill Legislative Package has successfully passed through both houses of the Legislature and is now headed to the Governor's desk for final approval. These bills reflect her commitment to...
Hollywood actor Woody Harrelson urges Governor to sign bill for California’s cannabis cafes
SAN FRANCISCO – Hollywood actor and cannabis lounge owner Woody Harrelson calls on Governor Gavin Newsom to sign into law Assemblymember Matt Haney’s bill, AB 1775, which would allow licensed cannabis retailers to diversify their businesses to boost...
