April 2, 2024

Un grupo de legisladores demócratas esboza un paquete de proyectos de ley para ofrecer más servicios a delincuentes y víctimas de delitos. Las propuestas llegan durante un año electoral y cuando los demócratas están divididos sobre cómo abordar el crimen.

A group of Democratic legislators outline a package of bills to offer more services to offenders and crime victims. The proposals come during an election year and when Democrats are divided on how to address crime.

Algunos de los principales legisladores de California quieren aclarar, pero también frenar, el estatuto de vivienda más controversial del estado.

Some of California’s top lawmakers want to clear up, but also rein in, the state’s most controversial housing statute

Una nueva propuesta de la administración Newsom destinaría más dinero a la crianza de niños con mayores necesidades y al mismo tiempo reservaría fondos para que puedan dedicarse a sus pasiones.

A new proposal from the Newsom administration would steer more money to foster children with the greatest needs while also setting aside funds for them to pursue their passions.

Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff's strategy to prop up Steve Garvey encouraged more conservative voters to cast ballots in March, helping Republicans advance to the run-off in numerous down-ballot races. While Schiff's strategy was sharply criticized, the lack of competition may end up boosting Democrats in other key races.

For the past year, debate has raged over plans to impose new fixed charges on electric utility customers based on their incomes. The issue began with a 2022 budget "trailer bill," a process governors and legislators misuse to enact major policy changes without fully debating them.