For a more in depth discussion of Proposition 7, and the ten other initiatives on the ballot this November you can watch the forum in its entirety on YouTube or read the full analyses here. And keep your eyes peeled on The CAP⋅impact Podcast’s feed on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or wherever you
Three Readings
Today’s post is about the three readings of a bill that are required by the California Constitution.
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The California Constitution requires a bill to be read three times before it can be debated and voted upon by either house. A reading of a bill in the state Assembly or the state
What Do California’s Constitutional Officers Do – Secretary of State
In preparation for California’s upcoming Primary election, we are releasing a quick background of each of the Constitutional Officers and what they actually do in the California government.
Today, we are covering California’s Secretary of State. California’s current Secretary of State is Alex Padilla, who was elected in 2014.
While some other Constitutional Officers
What Do California’s Constitutional Officers Do – Insurance Commissioner
In preparation for California’s upcoming Primary election, we are releasing a quick background on each of the Constitutional Officers and what they actually do in the California government.
Today, we are reviewing California’s Insurance Commissioner.
The Insurance Commissioner’s office was created by California Statute in 1868 during the creation of the Insurance Department. However, in
What Do the California Constitutional Officers Do – The State Superintendent of Public Instruction
In preparation for the upcoming Primary Election on June 5, we are releasing a quick background of each of the Constitutional Officers and what they actually do in the California government.
Today, we are reviewing the State Superintendent of Public Instruction (SPI).
The SPI oversees the California Department of Education (CDE) and, by extension, all
What Do the California Constitutional Officers Do – The California Board of Equalization
There are eight statewide Constitutional Officers: the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, State Controller, State Treasurer, Insurance Commissioner and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. These officers are all elected at the same time in a General Election and may be re-elected to a maximum of two four-year terms.
In preparation
Why it’s difficult to raise $900 million to fight obesity and diabetes
Why it’s difficult to raise $900 million to fight obesity and diabetes
Full disclosure: I recorded this interview with Erinn Ryberg – Leg. Director to Assembly Member Cristina Garcia and McGeorge Class of ’13 – in late December 2017. So, we refer frequently to “this year” and “next year” with this year meaning
Misconception Monday – Ethics
Hello, and welcome to Episode 5 of my Misconception Monday series. In this series of podcasts, I identify and dispel common misconceptions that are related to the many aspects of the California legislative process.
Today we’ll be moving away from podcasts on common misconceptions as they relate to bills.
How to Discipline an Elected Official for Misconduct
I spoke about this issue yesterday on ABC 10 in Sacramento with Giacomo Luca.
Matt Lauer and Garrison Keillor are the most recent men terminated by their private employers because of credible allegations of sexual misconduct. Contract terms set out the ability of the media outlets to discipline these employees. But what
Misconception Monday: Bill Amendments
Misconception Monday: Bill Amendments
Welcome to Episode 4 of my Misconception Monday series of podcasts. In today’s episode, we will dispel common misconceptions about bill amendments. If you want to get a better sense of what this series is about – and to learn about other common misconceptions about the California legislative process