Bradley Launches Re election Bid From Los Angeles
Mayor Tom Bradley formally announced re election plans at a Press Club news conference. He attacked State Sen. Alan Robbins for alleged unethical tactics on redevelopment legislation and touted crime reduction and rising federal grants under his tenure. Bradley promised tax reform measures to be presented at a League of California Cities gathering in San Francisco.
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Robbins seeks referendum to halt L A downtown redevelopment plan
SACRAMENTO RP A state senator seeking Los Angeles mayoral race reintroduced a measure to allow voters to repeal the downtown redevelopment plan. Sen Alan Robbins denied unethical ties amid Bradley accusations of campaign contributions from major redevelopment zone owners including ARCO, Hyatt, Security Pacific, and others. The bill would retroactively require referendums on redevelopments with market value over 500 million, potentially affecting Los Angeles and other large cities.
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California opposes L A water bid in Owens Valley case
State Atty. Gen. Evelle Younger urged an appeals court to deny Los Angeles additional Owens Valley water until the city completes proper conservation study. He intervened in Inyo County’s suit and said the city’s environmental report is inadequate for not adequately addressing water conservation.
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California lawmakers target babysitter liability loophole
In Sacramento two legislators warn that over three million California households lack workers compensation coverage for casual domestic workers. They propose urgency bills AB 132 to repeal the law and AB 133 to pause it, arguing homeowners with fire insurance only face liability for injuries to sitters. The bills would require proving negligence for suits, aligning with the workers' comp framework.
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Assembly Recommends Waiver of Shay Pack Rule
A recommendation urges the full Assembly to waive the reform rule requiring a Shay pack to elapse time before a bill is introduced and its first committee hearing. The proposal aims to speed bill consideration and reduce delay in legislation.
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McAlister Chairs Finance Committee On Yan Measures
A statement mentions he sets Toei yan measures and that the committee on Finance, Insurance, and Commerce is chaired by McAlister. The report notes the committee’s involvement in the policy discussion and the leadership role of McAlister.
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