Shifting values: California Assembly members support legislation that would allow more cooperation between California law enforcement agencies and federal immigration authorities. These proposals mark a significant departure from the state’s previous stance – and are now unfolding in real time as protests continue to erupt.

The Supreme Court has provided a measure of relief to local agencies facing the threat of Clean Water Act enforcement for sources of pollution outside their control.

A summary of recent developments impacting status of California's vehicle emissions regulations and what interested parties can expect going forward.

This article predicts ways a second Trump administration may impact construction projects. This article examines the Buy American Act, the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act, Tariffs, and P3s.

Governor Newsom and Los Angeles County have issued orders that affect recovery and rebuilding in the fire disaster areas.

The United States Environmental Protection Agency finalized the final Lead and Copper Rule Improvements promulgated on October 30, 2024, requiring that water systems identify and replace lead service lines within ten years.

In the past week, California's Governor signed into law three bills to ensure fair water rates across California. 1) SB 1072 requires that any surplus funds collected from water & wastewater customers be used to reduce future fees. 2) AB 1827 confirms that meter charges and peak usage associated with higher costs of water service are appropriate components of water fees. 3) and, AB 2257 provides a framework for an administrative exhaustion procedure that will create more protections from Prop. 218 lawsuits for water, sewer, and solid waste agencies in the future.  

Recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings will not directly affect facial challenges to void a California regulation, nor will they affect whether and how courts defer to California agencies' interpretations of California statutes.