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CalMatters is a nonpartisan and nonprofit news organization bringing Californians stories that probe, explain and explore solutions to quality of life issues while holding our leaders accountable. We are the only journalism outlet dedicated to covering America’s biggest state, 39 million Californians and the world’s fifth largest economy.
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A conservative organization led by Trump adviser Stephen Miller sent letters to California leaders warning of ‘serious consequences’ over sanctuary policies that protect undocumented residents.
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The increase in lobbyists means there’s now at least one lobbyist for every legislative staff member in California.
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How’d lawmakers close this year’s budget chasm? For starters, they pulled $12 billion from the state’s reserves for the next two years.
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This is a big deal for California where millions struggle with unpaid medical bills. It takes effect Jan. 1, 2025.
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Here are some of the most noteworthy new 2025 California laws, from cannabis cafes to voter ID bans, that go into effect Jan. 1.
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A new California law will prohibit state-chartered banks from charging fees for withdrawals that are instantaneously declined.
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New California law prevents schools from requiring staff to notify parents if a student identifies as LGBTQ.
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Voters said no to expanded rent control, but tenants facing evictions will have more time to fight to keep their homes under a new law.
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Californians who purchase a clunker car in 2025 face a confusing year as new lemon law rules take effect and the state Supreme Court limited warranty protections for used vehicles.
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The hotel heiress and media personality visited the state Capitol to advocate on behalf of the legislation, and recount the physical and emotional abuse she experienced while living at youth treatment centers in California and other states.
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The EPA granted California’s waiver, which the incoming Trump administration is likely to try to overturn in the courts.
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Newsom's job training plan would give students college credit for work experience and make it easier to get a state job without a degree.