The California State Legislature met in Sacramento on December 2nd to swear in new members, and to hold a Special Session called by Governor Newsom in early November. The Special Session was focused on providing additional funding for legal resources the Governor believes may be necessary for litigation against the incoming Trump Administration. In the Special Session, three measures were introduced, along with one constitutional amendment. Lawmakers also introduced 97 regular session bills. It promises to be a busy start to the year when the 2025-2026 Legislative Session reconvenes on January 6th.
Watch for updates on legislation in the “Bill of the Week” feature, returning to the Barbed Wire in early 2025.