Category: State Policy
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California DMV Fixes Old Real ID Glitch — Here’s What It Really Means
California’s DMV revealed that approximately 325,000 Real ID holders must update their cards due to an outdated software error from 2006. This issue affects non-U.S. citizens’ ID expiration dates, not their eligibility. The DMV will expedite replacements at no charge, emphasizing that the state remains compliant with federal Real ID requirements.
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California’s 2026 Law Wave: What Hundreds of New Rules Mean for Families, Workers, and Businesses
California will enact over 900 new laws in 2026, mostly on consumer protections and regulations, igniting debate between supporters who see equity benefits and critics who warn of increased costs and reduced flexibility. These laws span various sectors, affecting daily life, health, education, and public safety, raising concerns about governance and affordability.
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California’s Plastic Bag Ban Is Failing — Because Sacramento Won’t Admit When Its Policies Don’t Work
California’s 2016 plastic-bag ban, intended to protect the environment, has led to increased plastic use and waste. Thicker “reusable” bags generate more pollution, contradicting initial promises. Lawmakers now propose another ban without addressing previous failures, illustrating a pattern of ineffective, symbolic policy-making instead of evidence-based solutions for environmental issues.
California Bay News 