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Governor Newsom signs bills to protect digital likeness of performers
News What you need to know: The Governor signed two bills to require the consent of actors and performers to use their digital likeness, strengthening protections for workers. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills to help actors and performers protect...
Governor Newsom signs “smash-and-grab” bill to strengthen felony sentences for large-scale theft offenses
News Stronger enforcement. Serious penalties. Real consequences. What you need to know: Governor Newsom signed the final bill to complete California’s landmark legislative package to crack down on retail and property crime. AB 1960 by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas...
Governor Newsom proclaims state of emergency in response to Bridge and Airport fires, visits Line Fire Incident Command Post
News HIGHLAND – As the state continues to mobilize personnel and resources in the ongoing response to Southern California wildfires, Governor Gavin Newsom today traveled to Southern California and proclaimed a state of emergency in Los Angeles and San Bernardino...
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California-based productions win big at Emmy Awards
News What you need to know: Television productions made in California – including some receiving Film and TV Tax Credits from the state – won 21 Emmy awards at the 77th annual ceremony. SACRAMENTO – California-based productions dominated the 77th Annual Emmy Awards,...
Governor Newsom announces appointments, including new California Air Resources Board Chair
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California Air Resources Board (CARB) Chair Liane Randolph will be retiring from state service effective September 30, 2025 and named Senior Advisor to the Governor for Climate Lauren Sanchez to serve as the...
Global biotech leaders Amgen and Gilead announcing expansions in California, the #1 state for life sciences
News What you need to know: Amgen and Gilead announced major investments in research and development facilities, underscoring the state’s leadership in life sciences, bringing well over a billion dollars into the state’s economy and creating thousands of new jobs. ...
Governor Newsom proclaims Latino Heritage Month
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring September 15 to October 15, 2025, as "Latino Heritage Month," and released a video with First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom commemorating the observance. The text of the...
What they’re saying: Overwhelming support for historic climate and energy affordability legislation
News SACRAMENTO – Earlier this week, Governor Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders announced a major deal on historic climate and energy bills that will drive down electricity costs for millions of Californians, stabilize gasoline supply, and continue the state’s...
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