State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond celebrated the signing of AB 1955, also known as the Support Academic Futures and Educators for Today’s Youth Act (SAFETY Act), into law by Governor Gavin Newsom. This legislation positions California as the first state to prohibit forced outing policies in schools.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta led 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in the case of Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America v. Stolfi, supporting laws that enhance drug price transparency. The brief, submitted to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, backs Oregon's House Bill 4005, which mandates pharmaceutical manufacturers to report specific information about new prescription drugs and historical pricing data for existing drugs. This legislation is akin to California's Senate Bill 17 enacted in 2017.
On July 15, 2024, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the California Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating and will independently review an officer-involved shooting (OIS) that occurred on July 13, 2024, in Los Angeles. The incident, which resulted in the death of one individual, took place around 10:24 p.m. and involved the Los Angeles Police Department.
California has announced that it retained its title as the fifth largest economy in the world, reached record-high tourism spending, created thousands of fast food jobs, and more.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in collaboration with the California Department of Consumer Affairs, announced the arrest and charges against a Temecula optometrist. The suspect is accused of attempting to engage in lewd acts with a minor after traveling to San Diego County to meet what he believed was a 14-year-old boy for sexual contact. The investigation was carried out by the California Department of Consumer Affairs on behalf of the California Board of Optometry, and the case will be prosecuted by the California Department of Justice’s Cybercrime Section.
California has deployed 61 law enforcement officers to support security efforts at the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. This action is part of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) and involves collaboration with local, state, and federal law enforcement partners.
Spending on prescription drugs purchased at participating health care providers through the federal 340b drug discount program increased 19% annually between 2010 and 2021.
Sacramento, Calif. – California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., issued a statement in response to the shooting incident in Pennsylvania involving former President Donald Trump.
Lompoc, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives have arrested a suspect in connection with a homicide that occurred in the Vandenberg Village area of Lompoc. On Saturday, July 13, 2024, at approximately 6:42 a.m., deputies responded to the area of Sami Lane and Khouri Circle following a report of suspicious circumstances. Through their investigation, deputies discovered an adult female homicide victim inside a residence on Khouri Circle.
Governor Gavin Newsom welcomed New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to California today. The Governor and Prime Minister discussed climate and economic opportunities between California and New Zealand, continuing California’s commitment to international collaboration.
In the latest episode of Berkeley Talks, Michael Waldman, president and CEO of the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law, delves into the history of the Supreme Court and its potential long-term impact on American society. The discussion, recorded in April 2024 with UC Berkeley Law Professor Maria Echaveste, explores how recent decisions by the court could shape future generations.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 134 inspections at 134 Food and Cosmetics companies from California in the second quarter of 2024.
California has awarded $19.58 million in grants to support 18 Native American tribes in their efforts to address the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP). Governor Gavin Newsom announced the initiative, which aims to provide resources for tribal governments to help families find peace and combat this tragic epidemic.