32% of California Suspense Day bills held due to budget constraints, affecting healthcare, utility, and undocumented immigrant assistance bills.
32% of bills under consideration during California's "Suspense Day" hearings were held due to budget constraints, with notable bills such as guaranteed healthcare (AB 2200), utility charge limits (AB 1999), and cash assistance for undocumented immigrants (AB 2415) held. The state's budget deficit, double the original estimate, has influenced decision-making on which bills move forward.
May 20, 2024
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