Tag: Jerry Brown

Los Angeles Councilman Opposes Bill Allowing Bar to Open Until 4 a.m.

LOS ANGELES—Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz introduced a motion July 27 asking the council to oppose a bill in the state Legislature that would allow bars in seven cities—including West Hollywood—to stay open until 4 a.m., citing concerns over a potential increase in drunk driving and alcohol-related deaths. Senate Bill 930, introduced by Scott…


LA Councilman Opposes State Bill Allowing Bars to Stay Open Until 4 a.m.

LOS ANGELES—Los Angeles City Councilman Paul Koretz introduced a motion July 27 asking the council to oppose a bill in the state Legislature that would allow bars in seven cities—including West Hollywood—to stay open until 4 a.m., citing concerns over a potential increase in drunk driving and alcohol-related deaths. Senate Bill 930, introduced by Scott…


Democrats’ Self-Serving Recall Efforts are Pure Gamesmanship

Commentary A bill I authored during in the 2017-2018 Legislative session, SB 1159, would have given certified public accountants (CPAs) the same ability that attorneys currently enjoy: to receive continuing professional education credits for serving as an elected legislator. I worked on the bill with U.S. Rep. Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) who, like myself, is a…