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How did the 2008 Proposition 11 change the power of the California Legislature?
Proposition 11 of 2008 (or the Voters FIRST Act) was a law enacted by California voters that placed the power to draw electoral boundaries for State Assembly and State Senate districts in a Citizens Redistricting Commission, as opposed to the State Legislature.
How many states have full time legislatures?
Ten states
Ten states are considered to have full-time legislatures. These states tend to function similarly to Congress, as legislative sessions last longer, and members and their staff are usually well paid.
What are the advantages of having a full-time legislature?
A full time legislature allows adequate time for debate and hearings among the legislators and the public, therefore the decision making process is more informed. Legislators do not have to meet all year round in order to get their work done.
Why do some states have full-time legislatures?
Because of the short sessions, legislation in these states tends to move very quickly. Ten states are considered to have full-time legislatures. These states tend to function similarly to Congress, as legislative sessions last longer, and members and their staff are usually well paid.
What are the disadvantages of having a part-time legislature?
A disadvantage of a part time legislature is that it is difficult for the public to contact the part time legislators. A part time legislature does not allow sufficient time to consider all bills brought to the legislature.
Can you impeach a governor in California?
The governor can be impeached for “misconduct in office” by the State Assembly and removed by a two-thirds vote of the State Senate.
What did Prop 98 do?
Proposition 98 Establishes Minimum Funding Level for Schools and Community Colleges. This minimum funding requirement is commonly called the minimum guarantee. The state calculates the minimum guarantee by comparing three main formulas or “tests” (Figure 1).
What are the pros to having a part-time legislature?
The members are well paid and committees are well staffed. Legislators meet for the most part of the year and are paid as full time employees. Their extended time in office and the ability to devote their time to issues allows them to perform their duties more effectively.
What state does not have bicameral legislature?
Composition. Every state except Nebraska has a bicameral legislature, meaning that the legislature consists of two separate legislative chambers or houses.
How long is a governor’s term in California?
Governors are elected by popular ballot and serve terms of four years, with a limit of two terms, if served after November 6, 1990.