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Supreme Court blocks Trump move targeting mail voting
Elections and votingNewsom called the ruling a California-backed victory after the Supreme Court stopped a Trump action aimed at vote-by-mail.
The Ballot California DeskSep 15, 2026
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California governor signs online child safety bills
Elections and votingThe new state laws address online child safety, with implementation details and effective dates now central to their impact.
The Ballot California DeskSep 14, 2026
News · CA
San Francisco mayor proposes rent reforms after emergency
HousingThe mayor followed a rent emergency declaration with a housing reform proposal, beginning a new phase of city policy consideration.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · CA
San Francisco mayor proposes reforms after rent emergency
HousingSan Francisco’s mayor followed a rent emergency declaration with proposed housing reforms that will depend on final language and city action.
The Ballot California News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · CA
California governor signs youth social media risk law
Elections and votingThe new California law is intended to limit social media risks for children younger than 16.
The Ballot California DeskSep 13, 2026
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Davis Vanguard op-ed urges signing of SB 1414
Elections and votingThe commentary supports California’s SB 1414 redistricting bill and argues that signing it would establish a sound precedent.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 13, 2026