Deadline today for the final bills Newsom will see as governor
The California Legislature faces a practical deadline today to pass major bills before adjourning, including those targeting data centers. Governor Gavin Newsom's final legislative decisions are under scrutiny as he prepares for a potential White House run. The article primarily focuses on the legislative process and other bills, with a brief mention of data centers in the context of targeted legislation.
The California state Legislature is facing its practical deadline today to pass key bills before its adjournment, with many proposals still awaiting resolution before reaching Governor Gavin Newsom's desk. These include major bills aimed at monopolistic practices, climate funding, and data centers. As it is Newsom's final year in office, his upcoming decisions on signings and vetoes are being closely observed, particularly in light of his anticipated White House campaign.
While the legislative scramble continues, lawmakers have already forwarded several bills to the governor. The article also highlights other ongoing initiatives, such as an investigation by CalMatters and the UCR School of Public Policy into the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department’s ballot seizures, and a report on over $6 million in canceled federal funds for California colleges and universities affecting 7,000 students, particularly in rural areas, which were intended for TRIO programs supporting low-income students in higher education.
Furthermore, CalMatters has welcomed a new cohort of student journalists for its College Journalism Network fellowship. These 12 students from various California institutions will cover higher education issues, including artificial intelligence, privacy, student housing, and college affordability, to examine the impact of state policies on their communities. Other recent legislative actions include Newsom signing a law expanding privacy protections for immigrants, a move denounced by Republicans.