Press Releases

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California Shouts to Country: No to Discrimination in Voting

As voter suppression laws are struck down throughout the country, California clarifies who can vote with a criminal conviction in the state.

California Lawmakers Send Governor Bill to Curb Controversial Practice that Lets Police Take and Keep Innocent People’s Property

If signed, SB 443 would establish some of the strongest property protections in the country.

California Legislature Says No to Discrimination in Voting

As voter suppression laws are struck down throughout the country, California moves to clarify who can vote with a criminal conviction in the state.

California Poised to Pass Momentous Civil Asset Forfeiture Reforms

SB 443 establishes stricter standards to protect innocent, vulnerable Californians from having police take and keep their property.