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world2 months ago

US Marines' I-5 artillery incident prompts California safety concerns

California lawmakers are demanding answers after a Marine live fire demonstration over Camp Pendleton accidentally caused shrapnel to rain down on Interstate 5, striking CHP vehicles. The incident, part of a celebration for the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary, raised safety and coordination concerns, with officials questioning the decision to fire over a busy highway and calling for investigations. The event also sparked political tensions between California leaders and the federal government.

via CalMatters|
#california-lawmakers#interstate-5#live-fire-exercise
space2 years ago

California Legislators Criticize NASA's Reduction of Funding for Prominent Mars Mission

Six California lawmakers have criticized NASA's recent cuts to the Mars Sample Return mission, arguing that it will result in job losses and a decade of lost scientific progress. The legislators expressed their opposition in a letter to NASA Administrator Bill Nelson, stating that the move was "short-sighted and misguided." They also highlighted the House appropriations bill, which supports consistent funding for the mission. The Mars Sample Return mission aims to bring samples collected by the Perseverance rover on Mars back to Earth, but its estimated cost has increased to between $8 billion and $11 billion, leading to budget concerns. Missing the 2030 launch window could have significant consequences for future Mars exploration.

via Gizmodo|
#california-lawmakers#funding-cuts#mars-sample-return
technology2 years ago

"Whistleblower Challenges Tesla: A California Tech Executive's Battle with Elon Musk"

Tesla's self-driving technology, which is not fully autonomous but driver-assisted, has been able to operate under the radar due to the distinction between the two categories. Tech executive Dan O'Dowd argues that Tesla should be held to the same safety standards as fully autonomous vehicles, as it has been involved in numerous crashes and fatalities. O'Dowd has been publicly criticizing Tesla and CEO Elon Musk, calling for the vehicles to be removed from public roads until greater safety measures are implemented. O'Dowd recently demonstrated the failures of Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology to California lawmakers, prompting them to consider legislative action. The California DOJ has reportedly launched an investigation into Tesla's autopilot safety and advertising, while the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration continues its investigation into Tesla's crashes involving Autopilot. O'Dowd is advocating for stricter regulations to ensure public safety.

via POLITICO|
#california-lawmakers#regulation#safety
politics2 years ago

California Lawmakers Seek Court Ruling on Trump's Eligibility

Nine California lawmakers, all Democrats, have asked the state's attorney general to seek a court opinion on whether former President Donald Trump should be excluded from Republican primary ballots under the 14th Amendment. The lawmakers argue that Trump's actions before and during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, disqualify him from holding office. They believe that seeking a court opinion is a more expedient and constitutionally sound approach compared to unilateral action by secretaries of state. The outcome of the court ruling, if pursued, would likely be appealed and potentially reach the Supreme Court.

via The New York Times|
#14th-amendment#california-lawmakers#court-ruling
politics2 years ago

"California Lawmakers Seek to Remove Trump from Ballot"

Nine California lawmakers, all Democrats, have asked the state's attorney general to seek a court opinion on whether former President Donald Trump should be excluded from Republican primary ballots under the 14th Amendment. The lawmakers argue that Trump's actions before and during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, disqualify him from holding office. They believe that seeking a court opinion is a more expedient and constitutionally sound approach compared to unilateral action by secretaries of state. The outcome of the court ruling, if pursued, would likely be appealed and potentially reach the Supreme Court.

via The New York Times|
#14th-amendment#california-lawmakers#court-ruling
politics2 years ago

California Lawmakers Push for Constitutional Convention to Raise Gun-Buying Age

California lawmakers have approved a resolution proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom calling for a convention to add an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to raise the minimum age to purchase a gun from 18 to 21, require universal background checks, institute a waiting period, and ban civilians from buying assault weapons. However, amending the Constitution is a difficult process, requiring either two-thirds of state legislatures or a two-thirds majority vote in both houses of Congress. Concerns have been raised about the possibility of a convention leading to other amendments, and it remains to be seen if the resolution can gain enough support from other states.

via USA TODAY|
#age-restriction#amendment#california-lawmakers
local-news2 years ago

"Tragic Sacramento Crash Claims Three Lives and Leaves Eight Injured"

The Sacramento community mourns the loss of three people, including two young children, in a car crash. California lawmakers face a deadline to pass bills in the house in which they were introduced. The family of an 18-year-old killed in a North Highlands shooting attends his graduation. The Sierra snowpack melted significantly in May. LGBTQIA+ advocates prioritize HIV awareness during PRIDE Month. A settlement agreement is approved in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Halyna Hutchins, the cinematographer who was fatally shot on the "Rust" movie set in 2021.

via KCRA Sacramento|
#california-lawmakers#lgbtqia-advocacy#local-news