14 New California Laws You Should Know About
Several new laws took effect on Jan. 1 in California that may impact your job, business, finances, privacy, family, and day-to-day life.
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Author: Stefi Mar
January 6 Committee Leaders Cheney and Thompson Receive Presidential Citizens Medal
President Joe Biden announced that he would honor 20 Americans with the Presidential Citizens Medal during a ceremony at the White House. Among the recipients were Mississippi Congressman Bennie Thompson and former Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney, who co-led Congress’ investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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Commentary – Gov. Newsom to Present 2026 Budget: What Black Californians Should Watch
By Jan. 10, Gov. Gavin Newsom will present his proposed 2026 budget, addressing a $2 billion projected deficit while setting priorities for California’s education, housing, healthcare, and more.
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Black Caucus Members Appointed to Leadership Roles in Calif. Legislature
All twelve members of the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) have been assigned leadership roles in the State Senate and the State Assembly, according to separate statements issued by Senate President pro Tempore Mike McGuire (D-Healdsburg) and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Hollister).
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Surgeon General Warns Alcohol Consumption Increases Cancer Risk, Urges New Warning Labels
The U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, has issued an advisory linking alcohol consumption to an increased risk of cancer, calling for updated warning labels on alcoholic beverages to inform consumers better. Alcohol is listed as one of the leading preventable causes of cancer in the United States, contributing to 100,000 cases and 20,000 deaths each year.
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