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California legislature
California Facing Record $68 Billion Deficit, Potential ‘Fiscal Budget Emergency’: Legislative Analyst
Citing a 'severe revenue decline' in the state, analysts anticipate the deficit to accumulate to more than $155 billion over the next five years.
Options Weighed at California Gas Price Gouging Law Workshop
The new measure now requires committee oversight of petroleum markets using data collection to identify potential market manipulations.
New California Laws Expand Restrictions on Noncompete Agreements
The state is advising employers to review their existing agreements to ensure they’re in compliance with the new law.
California's Newsom Relies on Veto Authority to Manage Budget Concerns
Of 1,046 bills sent to the governor this year, 156 were vetoed, with 50 containing veto statements regarding the state’s budgetary priorities
California to Expedite Housing Project Approvals in Coastal Cities, Fire Zones
More than 100 cities were opposed, citing concerns about local control being undermined and crowded cities being overdeveloped.
