The 2017-18 legislative session was a lively one, as well as the last one ever to overseen by Governor Jerry Brown. To discuss the end of session and some of the historic legislation that came out of it, we talk with Aaron Brieno – Leg. Director to Sen. Ben Hueso – now former lobbyist Lexi
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The CAP·impact Podcast – Episode 16: End of Session Preview
By Capital Center for Law & Policy, Jon Wainwright & Chris Micheli on
Posted in California Lawmaking, The CAP•impact Podcast
On today’s show we are giving you the rundown on what the biggest issues facing the California Legislature are in its final month of session. August is going to be a four week sprint to the finish line, so brought on CAP·impact podcast regular – as well as lobbyist, capitol observer, McGeorge alum, and McGeorge…
Criminal Justice Reform in 2018 – What to look for
By Jon Wainwright on
Posted in California Lawmaking, Criminal Justice Reform
Criminal Justice Reform in 2018 – What to Look For
With the California Legislature’s February 16 bill introduction deadline rapidly approaching, now seems as good a time as any to dive in to a conversation I had with Liah Burnley, a Policy Advocate for Californians for Safety and Justice (CSJ), where we look…
Informing Criminal Justice Reform Policies by Engaging with Crime Survivors and the Formerly Incarcerated
By Jon Wainwright on
Posted in Policy Change
I recently spoke with Liah Burnley, who is a Policy Advocate for Californians for Safety and Justice…