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Oakland Tries To Circumvent California Gun Control Rules
A public hearing was scheduled for Friday in Oakland to discuss a proposed state law that would allow Oakland to essentially circumvent California’s existing gun regulations in favor of something one city councilwoman suggested is better suited for violence-plagued Oakland.
Sen. Boxer Seeks Nationwide Labeling Of Genetically Modified Foods
Following the defeat of Proposition 37 last November, Sen. Barbara Boxer is proposing federal legislation that would require labeling for genetically-modified foods nationwide.
Feinstein Vows Assault Weapons Ban ‘Will Get A Vote’
Senator Dianne Feinstein plans to force a Senate vote on her assault weapons ban proposal despite its removal from a broader gun control package being pushed by fellow democrats.
Lawmakers Give Initial OK to Medi-Cal Expansion
State lawmakers have given initial approval to bills that would expand Medicaid to more than 1 million low-income Californians, a critical step to implementing federal health care reforms.
SF Supe Proposes Streamlined Nightlife Permit Process
San Francisco Supervisor Scott Wiener’s legislation would encourage events play by the rules, making it easier for DJs to get permits and encouraging live music at outdoor venues.
2012 Chevron Refinery Fire Ignites New Legislative Efforts
Two East Bay lawmakers have introduced bills in Sacramento meant to address issues that they say came up following last year’s Chevron Refinery fire.
California Bill Would Remove Tax Break For Boy Scouts Over Gay Exclusions
A state lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow California to strip the tax exempt status from youth groups, including the Boy Scouts of America, if they have policies that exclude gay members.
Lawmaker Proposes Tax Relief Legislation For California Same-Sex Couples
Currently, health benefits in same-sex partnerships are taxed by the federal government as income, although some California companies reimburse that tax to their employees.
Feinstein, Democrats Reintroduce Assault Weapon Ban
Congressional Democrats are reintroducing legislation to ban assault weapons but the measure faces long odds even after last month’s mass school shooting in Newtown, Conn.
San Francisco Supervisor Proposes Regulations On Corporate Shuttle Buses
The buses are used by tech companies in Silicon Valley to shuttle employees from San Francisco.
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