California State Senator John Laird defends the Cal State system from proposed budget cuts, supports environmental protection and promotes the inclusion of younger voices in politics.
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Inside the California court system: How the courts represent San Luis Obispo
The California court system represents San Luis Obispo through its Superior Court and its District Attorney. The Supreme Court may intervene in specific scenarios.
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Feeding students or starving innovation? The political debate over the Billionaire Tax Act
The proposed Billionaire Tax Act in California would tax 5% of the wealth of the state’s 200 billionaires to generate $100 billion in tax revenue, which would be used to support healthcare, education and nutrition programs, but critics warn that it could harm the state’s economy and innovation.
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Republicans’ ‘SAVE America Act’ hits the Senate
The SAVE America Act, introduced by Rep. Chip Roy and Sen. Mike Lee, would require voters to provide documentation of citizenship and photo ID, potentially creating barriers for student voters and minority communities.
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Lack of federal regulation on AI prompts California to pass new bill
California has passed the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act, requiring AI companies to publicize safety frameworks and transparency reports, and to report catastrophic risks and incidents, in order to promote responsible AI development.
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California Assembly bill proposes new mileage-based fee for drivers
California is considering a new mileage tax to replace the current gas tax, which could increase vehicle taxes for commuters and impact affordability and road safety for Californians.
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Just a bill: a breakdown of California’s legislative process
California’s Senate Bills and Assembly Bills impact all avenues of the state, including state-funded universities, like Cal Poly.
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California Assembly bill seeks to restrict ICE agents from working in schools
California Assembly Bill 1627, titled “MELT ICE”, would prevent former and current ICE employees from working in California school systems, including Cal Poly, if passed.
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State Assembly and Senate: How state legislation represents San Luis Obispo
Assemblymember Dawn Addis and Senator John Laird represent San Luis Obispo in the California State Assembly and Senate, respectively, and are committed to improving education, healthcare, disability services, and environmental protection.
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Students face prescription delays with Kaiser Permanente amid healthcare worker strike
Approximately 31,000 nurses and healthcare professionals walked out of hospitals and clinics throughout California and Hawaii on Jan. 26 to strike against Kaiser Permanente, demanding fair compensation, increased staffing levels and timely care for patients.