These new California laws go into effect in 2026

The new laws signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom address issues that continue to impact Californians such as consumer protections, labor and workplace rights, education, and immigration.

LA City Council sets new rent hike limits

City officials have recently discussed potential changes to the policy that they say could assist renters who spend a significant amount of their income on rent while balancing the needs of housing providers amid escalating costs.

Lawmakers in several states pursuing property tax reform measures

As property taxes continue to climb across the country, lawmakers in Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas are looking for ways to provide property tax relief to homeowners, while Montana has established property tax relief.