Firm Updates and Announcements
As California braces for future earthquakes, it’s crucial to focus on more than just structural integrity. In this latest video, Tom Sheehy explains how Assemblymember Lisa Calderon’s ACR 151 promotes nonstructural seismic resilience—addressing essential components like piping, wiring, and HVAC systems that keep buildings functional post-quake.
Read MoreCheck out our latest explainer video, in which we delve into the critical role of California’s Secretary of State. As the state’s chief elections officer, this office ensures the integrity of elections and manages key responsibilities like corporate filings and the state archives.
Read MoreAppropriation Committees in the Senate and Assembly will process hundreds of bills determining their fate as the “suspense” files are taken up Thursday August 15.
Read MoreEnd of the 2024 California Legislative Session will bring intrigue and surprises as we approach the deadlines for actions.
Read MoreTom Sheehy returns to the Point of Order podcast to discuss the Governor’s May Revision with Assemblyman Josh Hoover.
Read MoreSenator Josh Newman has introduced SB 907, which only Orange County. Opponents of this bill have been asking Senator Newman repeatedly — why don't the provisions of SB 907 apply to every county in the state?
Read MoreBrena Sheehy testifying in the Assembly Privacy & Consumer Protection Committee 4-30-24 on Assemblyman Ting’s AB 1814 concerning facial recognition technology (FRT) and law enforcement.
Read MoreOrange County Senator Janet Nguyen asks Josh Newman why his SB 907 singles out Orange County for special treatment.
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.
Read MoreDiscover the multifaceted role of the California Insurance Commissioner — a position currently held by Ricardo Lara. From overseeing insurance companies to addressing consumer concerns, the Commissioner is elected to ensure fair and transparent insurance markets, protect Californians from financial harm, and advocate for accessible healthcare options.
Read MoreDiscover the pivotal role of the California State Controller's Office in managing the state's finances and fostering economic stability. Led by Democrat Malia M. Cohen, the Controller oversees a myriad of financial functions crucial to the world's fifth-largest economy.
Read MoreDiscover the pivotal role of the California State Treasurer's office in our latest explainer video. Established in 1849, the Treasurer oversees the financial helm of the world's fifth-largest global economy.
Read MoreTom Sheehy, Principal and Founder of Sheehy Strategy Group (SSG), and his team are commemorating the five-year anniversary of SSG. Founded in late 2018, SSG has emerged as a leading force in the government relations industry, offering lobbying, procurement and digital advocacy services to a diverse array of clients across a wide range of industries throughout California.
Read MoreAssemblymember Josh Hoover and budget expert Tom Sheehy discuss all things budget including his experience crafting fiscal policy for multiple governors, how the state budget process works, the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst Office’s estimates, and predictions for California in the coming year.
Read MoreCalifornia state government revenues are almost impossible to forecast at this point. At least as it relates to the personal income tax we simply don’t know how much money the states going to have. And personal income tax matters because it makes up almost 2/3 of the state general fund budget.
Read MoreDive into our latest explainer video as the Sheehy Strategy Group sheds light on the pivotal role played by the California Department of General Services (DGS) Procurement Division.
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