California CountsElection 2016 FAQ: Proposition 56, Tobacco Tax IncreaseOctober 5, 2016Proposition 56 raises the tax rate for tobacco from one of lowest in the country to one of the highest.
State GovernmentAre Rigid Employment Licensing Requirements Hurting California's Economy?October 4, 2016 | Daniel PotterTo get a job in California, you often need a license. A report from a nonpartisan state oversight agency says such rules can make it tough for qualified people to get hired. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentMeadow Restoration Aims To Improve Water Supply And Combat Climate ChangeOctober 4, 2016 | Amy QuintonMajor construction is underway to restore a mountain meadow in the Sierra Nevada. Scientists say it will improve water quality, increase water supply and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsElection 2016 FAQ: Proposition 54, Public Display Of Legislative BillsOctober 4, 2016Proposition 54 requires that state bills be printed and posted online three days before they can be passed.
California CountsElection 2016 FAQ: Proposition 53, Public Vote On Revenue BondsOctober 4, 2016Proposition 53 requires voter approval for any project paid for with $2 billion or more in revenue bonds.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezThe Winners And Losers Of California's Tobacco TaxOctober 4, 2016Can a $2 tax get a smoker to quit? Your vote this November might decide that. CalMatters data journalist Matt Levin investigated the tax ballot on cigarettes and explains his findings on Insight. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
California CountsTime To Cram: California's 17 Ballot Measure Propositions ExplainedOctober 3, 2016The general election's right around the corner and it's time to get prepped. We've gathered up what you need to know for each of the 17 statewide propositions.
California CountsElection 2016 FAQ: Proposition 52, Private Hospital Fees For Medi-CalOctober 3, 2016Proposition 52 makes permanent a fee paid by private hospitals that helps the state obtain Medi-Cal funds.
California CountsElection 2016 FAQ: Proposition 51, Public School Facility BondsOctober 3, 2016Proposition 51 allows the sale of $9 billion in bonds to pay for new K-12 and community college facilities.
State GovernmentDoes California Pass Too Many Bills?October 3, 2016 | Ben BradfordLawmakers passed about 2,000 bills in the most recent legislative session, which ended in August. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
