Existing law requires an authorized officer who makes an arrest relating to the felony offense of dogfighting, as specified, and authorizes an authorized officer who makes an arrest for any of certain offenses relating to animal abuse, including a misdemeanor…

This bill would prohibit a court from refusing to hear the petition on the basis of the petitioner’s outstanding fines and fees or the petitioner’s failure to meet the conditions of probation. With the exception of restitution, the bill would…

This bill would authorize the board to reduce as prescribed the renewal fee for a licensee who meets certain age and practice qualifications.   Read more

The bill would also require the ombudsperson, in the performance of the duties and for the duration of the appointment, to be independent and would prohibit the ombudsperson, in exercising discretion, from being directly or indirectly controlled, supervised, or directed…

This bill would establish the Unemployment Insurance Reform Project to be administered by the Director of Employment Development. Under the bill, the Employment Development Department would be required to comply with various reporting and review processes.    Read more