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California advances bill to keep online games playable after server shutdowns
technology11 days ago

California advances bill to keep online games playable after server shutdowns

A California bill, AB 1921, cleared the Assembly Appropriations Committee with amendments and now eyes a full Assembly floor vote. It would require game studios to keep online services running after server shutdowns or offer refunds, a measure backed by Stop Killing Games and opposed by the ESA. If it passes the Assembly and is signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, it could establish end‑of‑life plans for online titles and set a precedent for digital consumer rights.

via Rock Paper Shotgun|
#california-legislation#digital-rights#game-preservation
California weighs license plates and speed caps for e-bikes amid safety concerns
policy26 days ago

California weighs license plates and speed caps for e-bikes amid safety concerns

California lawmakers are weighing AB 1942 (requiring DMV registration and license plates for Class 2/3 e-bikes) and AB 1557 (lowering the motor-aid speed to 16 mph and capping peak power at 750W for Class 1/2), along with SB 1167 to bar high-power e-motos from being marketed as e-bikes. If approved, the rules would take effect Jan. 1. The bills aim to improve enforcement and safety amid rising e-bike use—especially among youths—though critics say they could deter biking and miss the real safety issue of car traffic.

via The San Francisco Standard|
#california-legislation#dmv#ebike
California's 2026 Laws: Cellphone Limits, Traffic Fines, and More
california-legislation4 months ago

California's 2026 Laws: Cellphone Limits, Traffic Fines, and More

California has enacted nearly 800 new laws effective in 2025, covering areas such as healthcare (insulin cost caps, fertility treatments), law enforcement (mask bans), social issues (Diwali holiday, anti-antisemitism measures), consumer protections (plastic bag ban, food delivery refunds), and housing (faster construction, renter rights), reflecting Democratic priorities and impacting nearly every Californian.

via Los Angeles Times|
#2025#california#california-legislation
California Implements New Laws to Simplify and Improve Car Buying Experience
politics7 months ago

California Implements New Laws to Simplify and Improve Car Buying Experience

Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have increased car dealer processing fees in California, citing concerns over cost increases for consumers, while signing another law that enhances protections for car buyers, including a three-day return policy and disclosure requirements. The veto disappointed car dealers, who argued the current fee cap is too low, but the new protections were widely praised by consumer advocates.

via CalMatters|
#california-legislation#car-buying-protections#car-dealer-fees
California Leaders Push for AI Regulation Amid Industry Lobbying
technology8 months ago

California Leaders Push for AI Regulation Amid Industry Lobbying

California State Senator Scott Wiener is advocating for SB 53, a bill that aims to impose safety reporting requirements on major AI companies to address risks like human harm and cyberattacks, while balancing innovation. The bill has gained support from industry players like Anthropic and is seen as a more moderate alternative to previous legislation, reflecting Wiener's belief that states must lead AI safety efforts due to federal inaction.

via TechCrunch|
#ai-risks#ai-safety#big-tech-regulation
Governor Newsom enacts major climate and energy reforms to lower costs and cut pollution
environment8 months ago

Governor Newsom enacts major climate and energy reforms to lower costs and cut pollution

Governor Newsom signed a comprehensive bipartisan package of legislation aimed at saving billions on energy bills, stabilizing the gasoline market, reducing pollution, and enhancing wildfire protections in California, supported by diverse advocates and emphasizing the state's leadership in climate action and clean energy development.

via California State Portal (.gov)|
#california-legislation#energy-affordability#environment
"California Lawmaker Targets Ticketmaster Monopoly with New Bill"
politics2 years ago

"California Lawmaker Targets Ticketmaster Monopoly with New Bill"

Assemblymember Buffy Wicks has introduced Assembly Bill 2808 in California, aiming to promote competition in the ticket market and reduce Ticketmaster's dominance. The bill seeks to ensure fair access to multiple ticketing agencies, potentially leading to lower ticket prices and fees for consumers. Ticketmaster has opposed the bill, arguing that it could undermine efforts to combat ticket scalping, while supporters believe it will bring more transparency and better service to ticket buyers.

via KABC-TV|
#assembly-bill-2808#california-legislation#competition
Ne-Yo Criticizes Parents Allowing Kids to Transition Genders
social-issues2 years ago

Ne-Yo Criticizes Parents Allowing Kids to Transition Genders

Singer Ne-Yo condemns parents who allow their children to transition genders, arguing that minors don't know what they want and that adults should make the decision. He believes affirming a child's gender identity is wrong and criticizes the loss of traditional gender roles. Ne-Yo references California legislation, although somewhat inaccurately, that would require judges to consider a parent's affirmation of their child's identity in custody disputes.

via TMZ|
#california-legislation#gender-identity#ne-yo