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In California, 776 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Golden State Today | Jun 30, 2024

California registered 776 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in California declines from Q4 FY2023 to Q1 FY2024

By Golden State Today | Jun 30, 2024

The average VA interest rate reduction refinance loan (IRRRL) amount in California during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $525,116, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Which type of California companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q1?

By Golden State Today | Jun 29, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 142 inspections at 141 Food and Cosmetics companies from California in the first quarter of 2024.

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Governor Newsom signs state budget ensuring fiscal stability amid economic fluctuations

By Golden State Today | Jun 29, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom signed the 2024 state budget legislation today, aiming to stabilize state finances while preserving investments in key programs such as safety nets, education, homelessness, and mental health care reform.

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America First Legal: ‘There is no reason for a foreign national to be on’ California voter rolls

By Golden State Today | Jun 28, 2024

America First Legal (AFL) has sent a letter to each senior election official of all 50 states, including to California Secretary of State Shirley Weber, to advise on two federal laws that allow states to request and obtain accurate information on an individual’s citizenship status and their ability to vote.

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California expands homebuyer aid through Dream For All Program

By Golden State Today | Jun 28, 2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that 1,700 first-generation homebuyers have been conditionally approved for the Dream For All Shared Appreciation Loan program. This initiative provides potential homeowners with vouchers covering up to 20% of a home's value for down payment and closing cost assistance.

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Berkeley professor explores Black America's complex relationship with plantations

By Golden State Today | Jun 28, 2024

In Berkeley Talks episode 203, Alisha Gaines, a professor of English and an affiliate faculty member in African American studies at Florida State University, discusses the importance for Black America to "excavate and reconsider" its relationship to the plantation.

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Governor Newsom comments on Supreme Court's homeless encampments decision

By Golden State Today | Jun 28, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom issued a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in the case of City of Grants Pass v. Johnson.

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California mandates financial literacy course for high school graduation

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

California is ensuring that all high school students are taught personal financial literacy before graduating, following an agreement between state leadership and NGPF Mission 2030, an affiliate of Next Gen Personal Finance.

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Supreme Court leaves decision on emergency abortion care to lower courts

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta released a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Idaho v. U.S., where the court chose not to rule on whether the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) mandates hospitals to provide necessary abortion care during medical emergencies, regardless of conflicting state laws. EMTALA requires all emergency departments participating in Medicare to stabilize patients with emergency medical conditions.

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CalChamber praises legislative approval of PAGA reforms

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

The California Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement following the passage of two measures, SB 92 (Umberg; D-Santa Ana) and AB 2288 (Kalra; D-San Jose), aimed at reforming the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA).

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California adds personal finance course requirement for high school graduation

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

California will become the 26th state to guarantee students the opportunity to take at least one semester of instruction in personal finance. SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today celebrated the passage of Assembly Bill (AB) 2927 (McCarty) through the California State Senate, which would make California the 26th state in the union to require personal finance as a high school graduation requirement. The bill is expected to receive concurrence in the Assembly and support from Governor Gavin Newsom in order to become law.

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California halts oil industry's attempt to repeal neighborhood protection law

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

California's law requiring 3,200-foot setbacks to protect neighborhoods from oil drilling can now be implemented after the oil industry announced it is dropping its referendum from November’s ballot.

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Proponent withdraws initiative expanding healthcare program for children

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

Sacramento, Calif. – Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that an initiative eligible for the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot has been withdrawn by the proponent.

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Acting Governor Kounalakis signs SB 167 on taxation

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

SACRAMENTO – Acting Governor Eleni Kounalakis today signed the following bill:

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Supreme Court strikes down Purdue Pharma's bankruptcy plan

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta released a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to strike down Purdue Pharma L.P.’s bankruptcy plan in Harrington v. Purdue Pharma. The ruling determined that nonconsensual third-party releases are not authorized under the Bankruptcy Code. Purdue’s plan had granted the Sackler family, owners of Purdue, immunity in exchange for up to $6 billion for claims related to OxyContin's misleading marketing and their role in the opioid crisis.

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Attorneys general support Biden's ACA rule enhancing marginalized community protections

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has led a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing a multistate amicus brief in the case of States of Texas and Montana v. Becerra et al. The brief opposes the motion by Texas and Montana for a temporary restraining order, preliminary injunction, and stay of agency action against the Biden administration’s 2024 Final Rule implementing Section 1557 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). This rule aims to strengthen protections against discrimination in health care for various marginalized groups.

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Pandemic detection funding initiative withdrawn from November ballot

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

Sacramento, Calif. – Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that proponents have withdrawn an initiative that was eligible for the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot.

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Referendum on oil and gas well restrictions withdrawn ahead of California ballot

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

Sacramento, Calif. – Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that a referendum eligible for the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot has been withdrawn by the proponent.

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Proponents withdraw personal finance course initiative from California ballot

By Golden State Today | Jun 27, 2024

Sacramento, Calif. – Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that an initiative eligible for the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot has been withdrawn by the proponents.