California sales tax hike faces late-session impasse
California lawmakers clash over a one cent sales tax hike set to auto impose Sunday unless the session ends with a deal. GOP leaders oppose a $351 million bond redemption plan tied to the delay while Democrats push several delay strategies using roughly 368 million for alternative uses. The tax would fund SB 9 school finance relief, boosting the statewide rate to six percent with higher rates in San Francisco, Alameda, and Contra Costa counties.
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GOP wins 2 California Assembly seats in special elections
The GOP captured two state assembly seats in California consolidating a 46 to 48 edge. Gardena Councilman Paul Bannai, 52, became the first Japanese American legislator from the state by winning the 87th District seat. Craven won San Diego County’s 80th District, replacing John Stull. Bannai led with 10 941 votes 54 9 percent while Rupert trailed with 8 201 42 5 percent and James Dee 700 3 5 percent. Craven drew 27 648 votes 65 1 percent with Bell 11 571 27 2 percent and McCoy 3 234 7 8 percent. The Legislature now has two vacancies in San Joaquin and Alameda Counties triggering runoff and special primary schedules.
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Welfare caseload in California falls below two million
SACRAMENTO AP State Welfare Director David Swoop announced the May welfare caseload dropped to 1,974,720, a 36,974 decrease from April, marking the first sub two million total in almost three years. The decline follows Reagan era reforms and an improving job market, with the largest drop among two parent families.
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California no fault bill fails in senate panel
Sacramento brief reports the Mills backed no fault insurance plan narrowly failed in the Senate Judiciary Committee by a 5 to 1 vote. Committee may reconsider before the summer recess. rival bill AB 50 by Assemblyman Fenton faces opposite support from trial lawyers and other groups.
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California meat labels questioned over misweighing claims
Sacramento AP reports California consumers pay about 24 million yearly for meat not received due to many packages not weighing as labeled. State officials say retail outlets are being contacted to address the issue while a court ruling limits wholesale sampling but allows inspectors to check individual packages in stores.
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Campus speakers paid up to 1500 under state fee audit
A California Legislative audit found 19 campus speaker payoffs from July 1971 to March 1973. Benjamin Spock and Eugene McCarthy each received 1500, with other figures including Carmichael 1100 Russo 175 and Dellinger 1000 for talks on peace, war and related topics.
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Firecracker safety reminders from California officials
Californians are urged to heed Fourth of July firecracker safety as dangers rise. The state Department of Consumer Affairs warns parents to supervise children, ensure fireworks carry the fire marshal seal, and avoid illegal devices like cherry bombs to protect eyes and limbs.
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Bill boosts victim compensation in California SB 19
A California bill would raise the maximum state payment to victims of violent crime from 5000 to 10000 dollars per victim and provide up to 100 dollars for medical benefits. Approved 7-2 by the Senate Finance Committee, the measure requires emergency hospitals and clinics to post notices of available state benefits. Senator Peter Bubo, R Tiburan, authored the legislation sent to the Senate floor.
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Governor Proclaims Special Election and Tax Bills Advance
Governor signs a proclamation for a November 6 special election on a lay fimut relund proposal qualified by initiative. Assembly action limited, Senate bills progress include a July 1 1979 sales tax increase. SB 534 seeks airport improvements oversight and five-year planning. college aid proposed at 65 million with 15 million for property tax relief. bills to equalize community property and probate terms advance. teacher bargaining system discussed for public schools and higher learning.
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