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California’s legislative clock is ticking as lawmakers race to finalize the state’s climate fund spending — with Governor Newsom and Democrats locked in tense negotiations over whether to prioritize high-speed rail, housing, or clean water. Meanwhile, a tech billionaire-backed group pushing for fast-tracked environmental exemptions in Solano County saw its big development plan collapse in Texas — blaming California’s red tape. Newsom’s wildfire recovery plan is also under fire, with critics warning it could shift costs to insurers and hurt victims’ access to aid. On the business front, a controversial antitrust bill that would let citizens sue big corporations faces fierce opposition from industry leaders fearing legal chaos. And counties are scrambling to curb ballooning lawsuits tied to childhood abuse claims — a 2019 law extending deadlines has already cost billions — seeking a legislative fix before the session ends.

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