PG&E’s self-serving campaign
by Chuck Arnold , Lompoc Record
According to state and election finance reports, PG&E has put up a fortune for this and all the other advertising – $44 million. Opponents have raised $60,000. That’s almost 1,000-to-1 in favor of PG&E.
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ELECTION: Corporations Back Propositions 16, 17
by Eilene Zimmerman, San Diego.com
So voters beware. Certain companies (and individuals) stand to benefit mightily if Props 16 and 17 pass. You ought to know that before casting your vote. Read More ›
Vote Yes on Proposition 15
by Tobi Dragert , Pasadena Weekly
Proposition 15 is endorsed by myriad organizations, including the League of Women Voters of California, the California Nurses Association, Consumer Federation of California, California Common Cause, AARP, AFSCME, California Church Impact, the California Labor Federation, Sierra Club and nearly 400 other leaders and organizations. Read More ›
Prop 15: Step One in Breaking Big Money’s Strangle Hold on California Elections
by Zack Kaldveer, Consumer Federation of California, California Progress Report
…all but one of the donors to the ballot committee opposing Prop 15 comes from either a lobby firm, individual lobbyist, or a lobby employer ‘ including BP’s lobby firm, Political Solutions. Read More ›
CFC Supports SB 1275 (Leno, Steinberg) – The Homeowners Bill of Rights
SB 1275 enacts the Homeowner’s Bill of Rights. It requires that homeowners receive notice of their rights regarding their loans prior to foreclosure and remedies for those whose rights were violated under this act. Read More ›
CFC Supports AB 919 (Nava) – The Shareholder Protection Act
AB 919 is a critical step in the effort to protect shareholders and limit the influence of big money in politics. It requires corporations to consult their shareholders and give them an opportunity to opt out of having their money spent on elections and political activities. Read More ›
CFC Supports SB 1212 (Leno) – Cell Phone Radiation Disclosures
SB 12122 would require retailers of cell phones to make the level of radiation emitted by a phone known to potential purchasers of that phone. Read More ›
CFC Supports AB 2578 (Jones) – Regulating Insurance Rates
Unlike auto insurers who are required to seek prior approval from the Department of Insurance before increasing auto insurance rates, HMOs and health insurers have no similar requirement…AB 2578 will give the state a powerful tool to control unabated rate increases from HMOs and health insurers. Read More ›
CFC Supports AB 2720 (Perez) – Food Access
AB 2720 would require the Dep. of Food and Agriculture provide recommendations to the Legislature to promote food justice. Read More ›
CFC Supports AB 2654 (Hill) – Solicitations
AB 2654 would protect consumers from deceptive solicitations from non-governmental agencies posing as government fee notification letters. Read More ›
CFC Supports AB 2289 (Eng) – Smog Check Program
AB 2289 would reduce pollution through the use of new technologies that provide considerable time and cost savings to consumers. Read More ›
CFC Supports SB 1264 (Leno) – Commercial Airline Passenger Rights
SB 1264 would provide protections for passengers who are forced to remain on a plane for more than two hours by requiring airlines to provide water, food, fresh air, and functioning restrooms. Read More ›
CFC Supports SB 885 (Corbett) – Gift Certificate Redemption
SB 885 would allow consumers to redeem the remaining value of their gift card if the cash value is up to $20. Read More ›