Category Archives: Legislation

Measure S is titled the City of Irvine Personal Information Privacy Act. The City Attorney’s analysis states that measure S will comply with state and federal privacy regulations. Proponents believe this measure will aid in privacy for Irvine residents. Opponents … Continue reading →

There are lots of advertisements on local television for Measure R…but they’re for Los Angeles County Measure R. In Irvine there is also a Measure R that’s far different than the Los Angeles County R. Irvine Measure R would adopt … Continue reading →

Measure J on the Orange County Ballot would require voter approval of county pension changes. Proponents of the measure believe it would help protect taxpayers and would prevent possible future pension meltdowns. There is no organized opposition to the measure. … Continue reading →

There are many reasons to vote for a candidate for President. Even though taxes are important they may not be, for you, the most important issue. I strongly advise everyone to review both candidates’ records, their views, and their character, … Continue reading →

This is the second of a three-part series on the Presidential candidates. Today I take a look at what Senator John McCain proposes in his tax plan. Here are the basics of what Senator McCain proposes (most of the following … Continue reading →

Proposition 12 would issue $900 million in bonds to provide loans to California veterans to purchase homes and farms. It would cost $59 million a year to repay the debt (for thirty years). Supporters say that the Cal-Vet Home Loan … Continue reading →

If you’re a California resident you know that we have a dysfunctional legislature. One of the main reasons for this is that back in 2001 the Democrats and Republicans in the legislature drew up new districts. They made a deal, … Continue reading →

Proposition 10 would issue $5 billion in bonds. These bonds would then be used to provide $3.425 billion to aid consumers purchase high fuel economy or alternative fuel vehicles. Another $1.25 billion would be used for research and development of … Continue reading →

Proposition 7 has done something this election cycle that I would have thought was impossible: It is opposed by almost everyone. The opponents include the Republican Party, the Democratic Party, the United Farm Workers Union, the California Chamber of Commerce, … Continue reading →

Proposition 6 requires specific funding for police and law enforcement, and adds several new crimes (mainly gang-related) to the penal code. It also changes sentencing, generally tightening (lengthening) sentences, especially for gang-related offenses. It is also estimated to cost at … Continue reading →