California voters will be asked to reform the state’s mental health system in March, following the approval of two bills by lawmakers last week.
A bill introduced last week by Assemblywoman Luz Rivas (D – San Fernando Valley) would make Homelessness Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) funds contingent on what the author calls “tangible results.”
Many California workers, including those in the public sector, are entitled to bereavement leave under a state law that went into effect Jan. 1.
Sacramento would join a number of jurisdictions with independent redistricting commissions under a bill introduced this month by State Senator Angelique Ashby.
Important changes have been made to campaign contribution disclosure requirements for local government officials, as well as California paid sick leave and workers’ compensation claims.
SB 6, SB 1214, SB 1192 and AB 2173 all took effect January 1.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn presented 10 school districts in Whittier with $20,000 checks at the Whittier Area School Trustees Association event on Thursday, Sept. 21.
Los Angeles County may be nearing a settlement in a landmark lawsuit over homelessness.
San Joaquin and Alameda counties continue to lead the state in firearm homicides, according to research published Monday by the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC).
Santa Barbara County cannabis businesses that are behind on their taxes could soon lose their license to operate.