As the California Legislature enters the final two weeks of the 2026 session, California businesses continue to oppose three significant bills regulating the use of artificial intelligence and automated technologies in the workplace: AB 1883 (Bryan), SB 947 (McNerney), and SB 951 (Reyes).
Read MoreThere is no change in Democratic leadership in either house of the California Legislature, and none is anticipated at this time. Republicans, however, are undergoing leadership changes in both houses.
Read MoreCalifornia has long been willing to test the limits of how much it can tax its most successful residents and businesses. This November, voters may find out whether the state is approaching a tipping point.
Read MoreJoin leading experts from the University of California to discuss Seismic Resiliency in California and policy options for the Legislature to consider.
Read MoreThe fiscal committee deadline hit Friday, August 29. More than 250 bills were on the Assembly suspense file and over 420 in the Senate. After adjournment, both houses held their suspense hearings.
Read MoreGovenor Gavin Newsom’s May Revise is explained in detail by budget expert Tom Sheehy.
Read MoreTom Sheehy testifies on the importance of local control in Senate Appropriations Committee on 5-12-25.
Read MoreSheehy Strategy Group is excited to introduce a new explainer video breaking down the role of California’s Governor.
Read MoreWhen the Legislature returns Monday April 21st, deadlines to move legislation come fast and furious!
Read MoreSheehy Strategy Group is excited to introduce a new explainer video breaking down the role of California’s Lieutenant Governor.
Read MorePolicy committees have been meeting nonstop during the month of April here at the State Capitol. The policy committee deadline is coming up at the end of April, and then the fiscal committee deadline comes up in mid-May, and then the house of origin deadline comes up at the end of May.
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