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California Gears Up For Fresh Death Penalty Fight
Lawmakers regroup after the state Supreme Court overturns the 1973 death penalty law. Gov Brown plans a conforming measure with rapid drafting in both houses. GOP leaders push for quick action while supporters expect passage amid pre election pressures and public backing for the penalty.
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Supreme Court
Capital
Brown
Assembly Republican
Paul Priolo
Pacific Palisades
Senate
GOP
George Deukmejian
Long Beach
Saltile
Democratic Assembly
Lea Metarihy
San Francisco
McCarthy
David Roberts
Los Angeles
Assembly
Criminal Justice Committee
Alan Sieroty
Raeadier Ea