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Governor Newsom Proposes Two-Year Delay to California’s Groundbreaking Climate Disclosure Requirements for Large Corporations

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing for a significant postponement in California’s pioneering climate disclosure laws. These laws, the first of their kind in the nation, affect companies doing business within the state that generate more than $500 million in annual revenue. Newsom’s new legislative suggestions advocate for shifting the compliance deadlines back by two years, citing feasibility concerns and the economic burdens they impose on businesses. Under the proposed amendments, businesses with an annual revenue exceeding $1 billion would now have until 2028 to disclose their direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions, … Read more

Governor Gavin Newsom Proposes Tougher Laws to Combat Organized Theft and Protect Small Businesses in California

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San Diego, California – Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing for new legislation to combat organized theft and strengthen law enforcement across California. The aim of these new laws is to hold criminals accountable and increase penalties in order to address the widespread issue of retail theft and other crimes. Small business owners in San Diego County have been particularly affected by this problem. Octavio Vazquez, an employee at Luigi Vera, a local boutique, expressed his frustration, stating, “Nobody does anything. Nobody wants to risk their lives.” Vazquez shared his own experience of a recent robbery, … Read more

California Concealed Carry Ban Blocked by Appeals Court, Governor Newsom Vows to Appeal

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Sacramento, California — A law in California that would have prohibited residents from carrying guns in most public spaces has once again been blocked from taking effect. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against the decision to temporarily allow the law in 2024. This comes after Governor Gavin Newsom signed the law, known as SB2, in September. SB2 aimed to ban Californians, including those with concealed carry weapons permits, from carrying firearms in 26 types of public places. The law also introduced new requirements for individuals seeking to obtain a concealed carry weapons permit, … Read more