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SoCal Matters

New Bill To Bring Voting Access to Jails

Season 2024 Episode 94

California's Assembly Bill 544 proposes a pilot program to facilitate voting for inmates in three counties. While people in county jails can vote if they haven't been convicted or are awaiting trial, barriers like mail delays often prevent participation. The initiative aims to ensure that eligible incarcerated individuals can exercise their democratic rights.

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New Bill Aims to Increase Pay for Incarcerated Firefighters and Workers
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Lawmakers push new pay rules for incarcerated firefighters and inmates.
Trump's Trade War Is Having a Huge Effect on California Ports
2:00
California jobs and revenue on and off the ports are feeling the effects of Trump’s tariffs.
State Farm to Raise Wildfire Rates After Wildfire Losses
2:00
State Farm approved to raise insurance rates by up to 38% after wildfire losses.
Cities Grow Frustrated Over Caltrans Homeless Response
2:00
Cities complain Caltrans delays encampment removals.
What the Halt on Warrantless Border Patrol Sweeps Means for CA
2:00
Border Patrol barred from sweeping parts of California.
Trump Administration Freezes $250 Million Electric Truck Grant
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A $250M clean truck grant is frozen, stalling port electrification efforts.
New Bill Funds Phonics-Based Instruction, But Avoids Mandates
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California bill funds phonics-based reading programs but avoids mandates.
Welcome to the First Fire-Resistant Neighborhood
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A new Escondido neighborhood models fire-resistant housing in California.
‘Road to Repair’ Plan Reboots 16 Equity Bills
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Black Caucus reintroduces 16 equity bills, steering clear of cash reparations.
Salmon Ban and Crab Fishing Restrictions Hit Coastal Fishers Hard
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Salmon bans and crab fishing restrictions force fishing towns to find new income.
Where is LA's $40 Billion in Wildfire Aid?
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Newsom pushes for $40B in federal aid to rebuild LA after wildfires.
New Bill Targeting Threats to Schools and Churches
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New bill would make threats to schools or churches easier to prosecute.
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California prisons have a narcotics problem. Now, more people will face canine searches
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