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Many schools are open but proposed legislation would set them back
We propose amendments to AB 86 that would support schools that have been open and provide the resources for all schools.
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Cal/OSHA needs to require employers to promote and provide access to vaccine
It is imperative that California update its requirements related to COVID-19 for employers and move forward on employer vaccination requirements.
Reader Reactions
The sadness felt about removing Junipero Serra’s statue from Capitol Park
After the statue of Junipero Serra had been removed, I began praying a rosary at that spot with others from Catholic parishes in the area.
Capitol
The work starts now to improve our approach to hunger, food assistance
From emergency food assistance to the USDA approach to school meals, we need to change to more efficient and sustainable policies.
Capitol
Public Universities and colleges can serve as economic engines to drive economy out of pandemic slump
California’s public colleges and universities will continue to struggle to fulfill their mission without stable state and federal funding.
Capitol
Extend Medi-Cal benefits to undocumented adults
We need bold legislation like SB 56 and AB 4 to end the systematic exclusion of low-income undocumented adults from Medi-Cal.
Commentary
This a good time for the Legislature to invest in California by taxing large, profitable corporations
Reversing the housing crisis and addressing homelessness will require large investments, and AB 71 is a bold step.
CalMatters en Español
Opinión: Extienda los beneficios de Medi-Cal a los adultos indocumentados
Necesitamos una legislación audaz como SB 56 y AB 4 para terminar con la exclusión sistemática de adultos indocumentados de bajos ingresos de Medi-Cal.
Commentary
A teacher’s view: What policymakers and the public don’t understand about reopening schools
By the time the safety recommendations are implemented and running smoothly, the school year will be ending.
Commentary
California’s unhealthy distinction: America’s only no indoor fitness state
The governor closed indoor fitness centers last summer, won’t turn over information why or explain what gyms must do to re-open.