Old issue plagues Newsom’s Delta tunnel project
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State production will bring down high costs of insulin
Through state-led manufacturing, CalRx will be the backstop for markets that fail to deliver affordable medications for Californians.
Fri, Aug 5, 2022 5:25 am
Lawmakers, lobbyists gather in Napa ahead of key votes
Blockchain and cryptocurrency. Artificial intelligence. Facial recognition technology. Health care innovation. The energy industry. Building tech economies in “underestimated” cities such as Fresno. Understanding the benefits of remote work. Helping small businesses thrive online. Those are among the topics that state lawmakers and tech industry lobbyists are set to discuss today at the luxurious four-star […]
Fri, Aug 5, 2022 5:00 am
Multiplicando fuerzas: cómo una red de donantes está influyendo en el dinero de campañas en California
En resumen Govern For California está utilizando una red de sucursales locales para ampliar la influencia de sus donantes en las carreras legislativas. Entre los mayores beneficiarios hasta ahora se encuentra el asambleísta Robert Rivas, quien quiere convertirse en el próximo presidente de la Asamblea. Read this article in English. Revise las contribuciones de campaña […]
Thu, Aug 4, 2022 5:44 am
Disputas por las energías renovables: los condados rechazan que la administración de Newsom usurpe el control local
En resumen El estado puede acelerar la aprobación de proyectos de energía renovable, pero los condados rurales dicen que ya están haciendo su parte con los parques solares y eólicos. “Estamos en el punto de mira, pero no creemos que seamos el objetivo correcto aquí”, dice un defensor rural. Este artículo se actualizó el 4 […]
Thu, Aug 4, 2022 5:44 am
Force multipliers: How one donor network is pushing the envelope on California campaign money
Govern For California is using a network of local chapters to amplify the influence of its donors on legislative races. Among the biggest beneficiaries so far is Assemblymember Robert Rivas, who wants to become the next Assembly speaker.
Thu, Aug 4, 2022 5:30 am
Wrangling over renewables: Counties push back on Newsom administration usurping local control
The state can expedite approval of renewable energy projects but rural counties say they already do their part with solar and wind farms. “We’re in the crosshairs, but we don’t think we are the right target here,” one rural advocate says.
Thu, Aug 4, 2022 5:25 am
Inside the donor network reshaping California politics
Meet the biggest spending group of mega donors trying to reshape California politics you’ve probably never heard of. Govern For California’s 18 chapters have so far donated more than $3 million to candidates across California in the 2022 election cycle. One of the top beneficiaries: Assemblymember Robert Rivas, a Salinas Democrat. Rivas isn’t facing an […]
Thu, Aug 4, 2022 5:00 am
Legislators shouldn’t shut down ways to help Californians get legal help
Innovations that have emerged from reforms in Utah and Arizona offer new, affordable ways to access legal help. Yet in California, none of these pioneering approaches could so much as be discussed under Assembly Bill 2958.
Wed, Aug 3, 2022 1:22 pm
Medical-procedure oversight is good for patients and pocketbooks
The pre-authorization process is not to deny needed health care, but to ensure the provision of evidence-based care and avoid the potential for costly out-of-pocket medical bills, medical complications and subsequent procedures.
Wed, Aug 3, 2022 5:25 amStay informed.
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