Assemblymembers Wendy Carrillo and Tina McKinnor are in a heated debate over Assembly Bill 1990, which would allow police officers to make warrantless arrests for misdemeanor shoplifting offenses, with Carrillo arguing that the bill is committed to fairness, equity, and the protection of all individuals' rights, while McKinnor argues that it is unnecessary and will promote mass incarceration.
Why California Democrats are divided on retail theft bill mv-voice.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from mv-voice.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Democratic lawmakers are debating how a bill to reduce retail theft would affect Black and Brown Californians. While some say it would unfairly target shoppers, others say jobs are at stake. Story from @CalMatters.
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It's a good time to take a peek at how sustainable transportation and related topics are showing up on legislators' priorities. Here's a very NON-comprehensive list.