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Bill drafting is the first step in the creation of a new law. The process starts with an idea that a senator or other State official has. These ideas may come from a number of sources, including constituents asking the senator to take on a particular issue or an interest group seeking changes in State law. Once a policy proposal is settled on, it must be drafted as a bill before it can be considered by the Senate.
A drafter of a bill, or its “author,” is responsible for the content and language of the proposed law. Often, the author will be assisted by an assistant or a staff member of the legislature. A drafter of a bill is expected to take into account the views of all interested parties, and work with other legislators to reach a consensus on the final version of the bill.
Once a bill has been passed by both houses of the legislature, it goes to the Governor. The Governor has 10 days to sign or veto the bill; if signed, it becomes law. If a bill is vetoed, it will be returned to the house that passed it, with the Governor’s explanation of why the veto is being taken. A two-thirds majority vote of the members of that house is required to override a Governor’s veto and pass the bill into law.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a number of new laws in 2024 impacting employers and employees. The new laws address a range of topics, including reforms to the Private Attorney General Act, discrimination, victims of domestic violence and paid family leave. Some of these laws became effective in 2024, while others are scheduled to take effect in 2025 and later. To access the full list of new laws, please click on the link below.
