State Sen. Roger Niello is seen at the state Capitol in Sacramento, where California legislators are working to pass over 600 bills before the deadline. As many lawmakers are leaving, the Assembly held a reception to bid farewell. The exodus is partially due to term limits and new opportunities in 2022. One contentious bill involves regulating pharmacy benefit managers, opposed by major pharmaceutical retailers. Another bill aims to allow undocumented students to work on campus at public colleges. A proposal to lift state requirements for teachers to report student assaults has also been discussed.
On another front, a bill awaits Gov. Gavin Newsom’s decision to make it easier for cities and counties to set up tiny homes for the homeless. Two laws have already been passed regarding shelter programs and accessory dwelling units. In other news, Sacramento’s City-sanctioned homeless encampment was shut down due to unsafe conditions.
The crackdown on homeless encampments is also highlighted in a collaboration with PBS SoCal, showing the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling and Gov. Newsom’s executive order. CalMatters continues to cover key issues at the Capitol, with upcoming events focusing on California’s groundwater and the homeowners’ insurance crisis. Members contribute to keeping the mission possible by offering dedicated coverage and expert reporters.
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