They point to high cost of removing lead pipes proposed by pipe fitters union, drafter of the bill. Others argue the standard for treatment remains hazardous for kids.
Public employee unions and organizations representing school districts, school boards and school business officers are pitted against each other on legislation spelling out how to protect students and school adults from lead in water.
Did AB 257 pass? California’s Legislature passed a bill to create a council that will decide the wages of fast-food workers on Monday. Higher wages are set to be given in 2023 and the council will decided when the wages can increase, working conditions and other standards.