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What Is the Difference Between GO and Revenue Bonds?

November 17, 2022 12:59 pmNovember 17, 2022 1:02 pm

For those involved in California legislation, you might have heard about “G.O. bonds” and “revenue bonds.” What is the difference between the two types of bond measures? First, G.O. stands for general obligation. Second, California’s Department of Finance (DOF) defines...

Congressman Mike Garcia Defeats Christy Smith 3rd Time To Win 27th House District

November 17, 2022 12:37 pm

Congressman Mike Garcia (R-CA) was announced as the winner of the 27th District House race on Wednesday, defeating former Assemblywoman Christy Smith for the third time in a row, and being the deciding race in helping the GOP clinch a...

Rep. Karen Bass Wins LA Mayoral Election

November 17, 2022 2:30 amNovember 16, 2022 7:45 pm

Congresswoman Karen Bass defeated developer Rick Caruso in the Los Angeles Mayoral election on Wednesday, garnering an insurmountable number of votes to become the first African American since 1993 and the first woman to be elected to the position. While...

California Facing $25 Billion Budget Shortfall Next Year

November 16, 2022 4:46 pmNovember 17, 2022 8:19 pm

A Legislative Analyst’s Office report released on Wednesday found that California revenue is $41 billion below expectations, likely resulting in a massive $25 billion shortfall in the upcoming 2023-2024 state budget. The LAO recommends lawmakers start cutting the budget when...

San Jose Councilman Matt Mahan Projected As Mayoral Winner

November 16, 2022 12:59 pm

Multiple outlets called the San Jose Mayoral election for San Jose City Councilman Matt Mahan on Wednesday, following new totals showing him clinching the victory with an insurmountable lead over his opponent, Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez. Mahan, who...

Administrative Regulations by the State Personnel Board

November 16, 2022 11:47 amNovember 16, 2022 11:49 am

In the California Government Code, there are administrative regulations that are adopted by the State Personnel Board (SPB). Government Code Section 18210 sets forth a legislative finding and declaration that the purpose of this chapter is to establish basic minimum...

SF Security Officer Files Federal Discrimination & Unfair Labor Practices Charges Against SEIU Union

November 16, 2022 7:22 am

Thomas Ross, a San Francisco-based security officer employed by Allied Universal, has filed charges against Service Employees International Union (SEIU) officials and his employer for forcing him to join and financially support the union after he told both parties his...