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Rx drug spending up 19% through federal program that includes 172 California hospitals

By Golden State Today reports | Jun 24, 2024

Spending on prescription drugs purchased at participating health care providers through the federal 340b drug discount program increased 19% annually between 2010 and 2021.

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Public pension contributions in California hit $61.5 million mark in 2022

By Golden State Today | Jun 24, 2024

In 2022, California had received $61.5 million in contributions to its public pension funds, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of Public Pensions.

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Attorneys general back FTC action against TurboTax over deceptive advertising

By Golden State Today | Jun 24, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined 22 other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) cease-and-desist order against Intuit, the maker of TurboTax. The FTC determined that Intuit deceptively advertised its tax-filing products as "free" and mandated that the company halt all deceptive practices and provide clear disclosures to correct its advertising claims.

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Governor Newsom marks two years since overturning of Roe v. Wade

By Golden State Today | Jun 24, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom released statements today to mark the second anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, which eliminated the constitutional right to abortion care.

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UC Davis appoints Jessica Berg as new law school dean

By Golden State Today | Jun 24, 2024

The University of California, Davis, Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Mary Croughan announced today that Jessica Berg will be the next dean of the UC Davis School of Law. Berg, who has served as one of two co-deans of the School of Law at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) for nearly 11 years, will start on September 1.

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Proponent withdraws initiative impacting employee lawsuits over state labor-law violations

By Golden State Today | Jun 24, 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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UC Davis advances efforts against global challenges through expanded leadership

By Golden State Today | Jun 24, 2024

Grand Challenges at UC Davis is advancing its efforts to address global "wicked problems," marked by the expansion of its leadership team and funding for new research centers. Paul Dodd joined Grand Challenges in December as associate vice chancellor in the Office of Research, working alongside Vice Provost Jonna Mazet.

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Governor Newsom to deliver State of the State address on multiple platforms

By Golden State Today | Jun 24, 2024

SACRAMENTO – On Tuesday, following the transmittal of the 2024 State of the State to the Legislature, Governor Gavin Newsom will deliver his remarks directly to the people of California. The Governor’s pre-recorded address will be available to watch starting at 10 a.m. Tuesday.

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Governor Newsom to deliver State of the State address on Tuesday

By Golden State Today | Jun 23, 2024

On Tuesday, following the transmittal of the 2024 State of the State to the Legislature, Governor Gavin Newsom will deliver his remarks directly to the people of California. His pre-recorded speech will premiere simultaneously across the office’s social media channels and website.

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California leaders reach consensus on 2024 state budget

By Golden State Today | Jun 22, 2024

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom, Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire, and Speaker of the Assembly Robert Rivas announced today that they have reached an agreement on the 2024 state budget. The budget aims to support California's fiscal stability while preserving essential programs for residents.

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Beaver family reintroduced into South Fork Tule River after a century

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

A family of beavers was reintroduced into the South Fork Tule River for the first time in over a century. The release is expected to result in positive impacts on the water supply and improved drought and wildfire resilience.

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California health care expansion measure qualifies for November ballot

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

Sacramento, Calif. – Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced that an initiative became eligible for the November 5, 2024, General Election ballot on June 21, 2024.

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Governor Newsom announces key appointments across state government

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom today announced several appointments to key positions within the state government.

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Attorney General Bonta appeals ruling on Senate Bill 9 enforcement

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a notice of appeal to reverse a judgment by the Los Angeles County Superior Court. The court's decision currently prevents the California Department of Justice from enforcing Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) against five charter cities, citing that it violates their state constitutional authority.

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Governor Newsom declares state of emergency in nine California counties

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has proclaimed a state of emergency in Glenn, Del Norte, Humboldt, Los Angeles, Marin, Napa, Santa Clara, Solano, and Trinity counties to aid their recovery from the impacts of storms earlier this year.

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California adds over 43k jobs in May as unemployment rate falls

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

Last month, California created 43,700 jobs, accounting for 16.1% of the nation's total job creation, as the state’s unemployment rate dropped by 0.1 percent. Since May 2020, California has gained 3,100,400 jobs, averaging 63,273 per month.

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Supreme Court upholds firearm ban for those under domestic violence restraining orders

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

California Attorney General Rob Bonta released a statement following the Supreme Court's decision in United States v. Rahimi, which reversed a lower court ruling that would have posed risks to domestic violence victims by allowing their abusers access to firearms. The case centered on a federal law preventing individuals under certain Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (DVROs) from possessing guns. Previously, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals had vacated the criminal conviction of a defendant who unlawfully possessed a firearm while under a DVRO issued by a Texas state...

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CalRx-branded naloxone now available under Governor Newsom's initiative

By Golden State Today | Jun 21, 2024

As part of Governor Newsom’s Master Plan for Tackling the Fentanyl and Opioid Crises, over-the-counter CalRx-branded naloxone is now available either through the state for free to eligible organizations or for sale at $24 per twin-pack through Amneal.

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California political committees that received the most contributions during May

By Golden State Today | Jun 20, 2024

Here are the 50 political committees that received the largest financial contributions during May.

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Analysis: California among 26 states not part of 'hyper-partisan' voter data group

By Golden State Today | Jun 20, 2024

California is among 26 states that have resigned from or are not members of a national voter data group accused of partisanship in its work to expand voter rolls and lacking in transparency, an analysis by the Golden State Today found.