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Cost of running California legislature explodes in budget
Sacramento AP reports the cost of operating the California legislature has risen to more than 32 million dollars this year, a fourfold increase in a decade. The system employs about 1,500 staff, with lawmakers' pay rising to 19,200 dollars and total per legislator exceeding 28,000 dollars including benefits. The article notes staff growth, new buildings, and shifts to a two year cycle while contrasting opinions from critics and supporters on value and independence.
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