California bills would expand police use of wiretaps
Senate committee approves two Deukmejian bills widening wiretap powers for organized crime and drug trafficking cases. A court order would suffice, with 16 day renewals and notification to innocents when possible. Critics fear overbreadth and privacy impacts.
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Lawmakers Fear to Oppose Bid to Ban Gay Marriage
Lesbian activists in West Sacramento allege lawmakers privately oppose a bill to ban legal recognition of homosexual marriages but fear public backlash. The measure by Assemblyman Bruce NesYande cleared the Assembly 48 10 16 and awaits Senate action. sponsors include county clerks seeking to deny marriage benefits like joint tax returns and inheritance, with advocates arguing no contract can replace marriage for protection and rights.
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Bill to bar rum candy from underage buyers gains approval
Sacramento news reports Assemblywoman Egeland's bill to regulate small rum candy pods sold for 25 cents. Each pod contains one sixth of an ounce of liquor, so the committee urged ABC oversight and minor access limits. The bill, amended to exclude items five ounces or heavier, passed the Governmental Organization committee.
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PUC approves moving rate increases in California
The State Public Utilities Commission announced wage driven increases for moving household goods. Rates rise May 7 and July 1 with higher hourly charges in moves over 30 miles and under 50 miles, expected to generate about 1 million dollars annually for haulers in the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding counties.
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