California legislature

New Bill AB 897 Aims to Thwart Squatting in California

News Summary California Assemblyman Carl DeMaio introduces AB 897 to address the growing issue of squatting. The bill seeks to…

1 month ago

California Lawmakers Propose Increased Film Production Tax Credits

News Summary California lawmakers are proposing to increase film and TV production tax credits from 20-25% to 35%. The new…

1 month ago

California Lawmakers Propose Major Tax Incentives for Filmmakers

News Summary California lawmakers are pushing for a significant boost in the Film and Television Tax Credit Program, proposing an…

1 month ago

California Considers Road Charge for Road Repairs

News Summary California is exploring a mileage-based user fee to replace its gas tax, known as the California Road Charge.…

1 month ago

UC System Faces Stormy Waters with Hiring Freeze

News Summary The University of California is implementing a hiring freeze across its ten campuses due to concerns over potential…

1 month ago

Trump’s Executive Order to Close Department of Education

News Summary President Donald Trump has announced a controversial executive order to shut down the U.S. Department of Education, aiming…

1 month ago

California Approves Record Tax Credits for Films

News Summary California's film industry receives a major boost as the state approves a historic 51 movies for tax credits.…

1 month ago

California Rethinks Road Funding with New Road Charge

News Summary California is exploring a new funding approach for highways, considering a road charge to replace the gas tax…

1 month ago

California’s FAIR Plan Receives $1 Billion Bailout

News Summary Amid escalating wildfire chaos, California's FAIR Plan, once a minor insurance backstop, is now facing significant financial challenges.…

1 month ago

California Proposes Bill to Ease Smog Check Requirements for Classic Cars

News Summary California's Senate Bill 712, also known as 'Leno's Law,' seeks to reduce smog check requirements for classic cars.…

2 months ago