What happened on Friday, 20 January 2023
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFPUC’s Clean Power SF told LAFCO its opt-out rate is 4.4%, Supergreen participation is 2.1% and new programs (EV Charge SF, Super Green Saver) are expanding; staff flagged procurement uncertainty due to market and supply‑chain pressures.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
LAFCO hearing addresses accountability and safety measures for PG&E's utility management.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Legislative committees approve several bills addressing healthcare, criminal justice, and public safety.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
California State Auditor staff told San Francisco LAFCO the March 2022 audit found tens of thousands of miles of bare distribution lines in high-fire-threat areas, frequent power shutoffs impacting millions, and weaknesses in CPUC and Energy Safety Office oversight; the auditors recommended legislative fixes for audits, penalties, and certification requirements.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
New bill enhances teacher pay and empowers parents with customizable education options.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House amends education funding bill to support partial scholarships and remove growth appropriations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco commissioners initiate study on Golden State Energy's potential impacts on electricity service.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
After public testimony and a state auditor briefing on utility safety, the Local Agency Formation Commission voted unanimously to direct staff to prepare a brief study on implementing the Golden State Energy Act and potential impacts on San Francisco electricity service.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Eric Brooks advocates for cooling regulations and public power reform in San Francisco.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate passed a series of bills Friday, including SB 93 (limits to birth certificate changes), first substitute SB 100 (school gender identity policy), SB 9 and SB 10 (sunset extensions), SB 19 (Medicaid dental amendments), and SB 43 (public notice modernization). Most passed by large margins and will be sent to the House.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Peterson promotes bill to enhance educational opportunities and tailor experiences for students
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Legislators support a bill aimed at increasing teacher salaries and improving student learning.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Review highlights flaws in safety certification issuance for PG and E and other utilities
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Utah Senate passed first substitute SB 16, restricting surgeries for minors and placing a moratorium on new starts of puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones, after multiple senators offered extended, often emotional, explanations and an emotional floor statement from an intern opposing the bill.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
New committee formed to assist candidates and committees in upcoming elections.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
House discusses school choice bill focusing on scholarships while addressing teacher compensation issues.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Advocate calls for tailored education approaches to empower Utah teachers and students.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
David Pilfel addresses audit issues and proposes website improvements during public comment.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Clean Power SF announces a 3% savings and reviews program for low-income households.
Commission on Ethics, Independent Boards, Commissions, or Councils, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Commission plans December 8 meeting for candidate interviews and farewell for counsel Chase.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
On Jan. 20, 2023, the Utah House passed the third substitute of House Bill 2 15, which combines a teacher pay increase and a new Utah Fits All Scholarship Program aimed at low- and middle-income families; the bill passed 54–20 and heads to the Senate. Sponsors said the measure includes audits, procurement rules, and eligibility priorities; opponents raised concerns about rural access, use of public dollars for private schools, and process speed.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Legislators discuss impacts of proposed education funding changes on diverse districts and communities.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission outlines budget strategies and priorities to address significant funding cuts for upcoming years.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Activists push for alternative utility due to PG and E's failures and lack of accountability.
Commission on Ethics, Independent Boards, Commissions, or Councils, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Commission dismisses most allegations against John Prudant following ethics investigation.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senator Vickers votes against bill, calling it unconstitutional and discriminatory to transgender individuals.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Legislators endorse a bill aimed at helping ELL students and families in need
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department outlines need for ongoing funding to retain critical positions and technology services.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Report details 67 power shutoffs and calls for enhanced utility accountability and safety measures.
Commission on Ethics, Independent Boards, Commissions, or Councils, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Commission selected Logo 3 (with minor color tweaks) for statewide branding and received an executive director's report on outreach, training, a new RFP for an online learning system, legislative tracking and commission-counsel hiring timelines.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Peterson urges support for a bill to enhance teacher compensation and student educational opportunities.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate Bill 16 bans surgeries for transgender minors and imposes regulations on providers.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At a Jan. 28 special meeting, the San Francisco Ethics Commission told commissioners that mayoral targets to cut 5% in FY24 and 8% by FY25, combined with expiring position funding, could shrink staffing and halt work on campaign finance dashboards, case management, translation and outreach. Staff requested roughly $474,000 for FY24 and $2.2 million for FY25 to preserve core services.
Commission on Ethics, Independent Boards, Commissions, or Councils, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Commission delegated non-adjudicatory commission-counsel duties to Associate Counsel Elizabeth Bassett, decided adjudicatory litigation duties will be handled by conflict counsel, and authorized the chair or vice chair to request interim representation from the Nevada Attorney General's Office if needed.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate honors Jean Bingham and recognizes students and events during the session.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Representative Albrecht emphasizes rural needs in opposition to the proposed education bill
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Executive officer Pollock discusses energy financing and upcoming e-bike programs in San Francisco.
Commission on Ethics, Independent Boards, Commissions, or Councils, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Nevada Commission on Ethics approved a stipulated agreement resolving consolidated complaints against former Nye County Treasurer John Wesley Prudant, dismissing two alleged violations and accepting a nonwillful violation for using government time; the agreement requires commission-approved ethics training within 60 days.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Utah Senate approves Senate Bills 93 and 100 for House consideration on record modifications.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Lawmakers discuss funding structure and accountability in new education bill in Utah.