California became the first state to create César Chávez Day 26 years ago. Now it’s leading the effort to erase his name from the state holiday.
Tag: California State Legislature
Posted inNative News
Bill would clarify protections for Native American children in probate casesÂ
AB 1824 would place Indian Child Welfare Act requirements directly in California’s Probate Code governing guardianships and conservatorships.
Posted inHealth
Letter to the Editor: By co-signing a budget request, Mike McGuire and Chris Rogers can advance dementia care
$5.4 million will continue training clinicians to identify and support families faced with dementia, especially in underserved and rural communities, including Mendocino County.
Posted inFire & Emergency
Why California cops and firefighters are pushing for a new perk on top of their pensions
Unions for California Highway Patrol officers and Cal Fire firefighters are asking the state for a new retirement option that would complement their CalPERS pensions. It might reduce some pension-related payroll costs to the state.
Posted inEducation
California schools face a new budget hit: Soaring insurance costs after sex abuse lawsuits
A recent state law lifted the statute of limitations on sex abuse lawsuits, driving a huge increase in payouts by school districts and government agencies. It has also increased insurance premiums for all agencies.