California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill on Monday that decreases the tax burden on the state's cannabis industry. This move has been interpreted by some as an effort to provide relief to the legalized market. Officially known as AB 564, the legislation not only overturns the previously instated 25% excise tax increase on the cannabis industry but also fixes the state's … [Read more...] about Relief for Struggling Industry as Newsom Cuts California Cannabis Taxes
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DNC Throws Weight Behind Newsom’s Controversial Redistricting Overhaul
"Good evening. The facts, as we know them, are these: The Democratic National Committee has announced its formal support for California Governor Gavin Newsom's proposal to change the boundaries of the state's congressional districts. This development follows earlier reports that Newsom introduced the plan in mid-August as a countermeasure to the redistricting plan introduced by … [Read more...] about DNC Throws Weight Behind Newsom’s Controversial Redistricting Overhaul
California Crackdown Could Drive OpenAI Out of the State
Reports from California indicate that OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company behind ChatGPT, is facing significant regulatory scrutiny over its proposed restructuring plan. OpenAI, currently operating under a nonprofit parent organization, seeks to transition to a for-profit model. This move has drawn the attention of California and Delaware attorneys general, who are … [Read more...] about California Crackdown Could Drive OpenAI Out of the State
Texas Senate Pushes Through Controversial Redistricting Map, Awaits Governor’s Signature
The Texas Senate has given its final approval to a new congressional voting map that leans towards the Republican party. The map, which introduces five new districts that would seemingly favour Republicans, now awaits the signature of Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican himself, who is expected to promptly sign it into law. This development follows earlier reports that former … [Read more...] about Texas Senate Pushes Through Controversial Redistricting Map, Awaits Governor’s Signature
Gavin Newsom’s Redistricting Dream Crumbles in Wake of Public Meltdown
California Governor Gavin Newsom's recent proposal to redraw the state's congressional districts has met with significant public opposition, according to a new poll conducted by Politico. The poll indicates that Californians favor maintaining the current independent redistricting commission by a margin of nearly two to one. This commission, established by the state's … [Read more...] about Gavin Newsom’s Redistricting Dream Crumbles in Wake of Public Meltdown