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THE ARGONAUT: Legislation sponsored by Lieu prohibiting forced online rental payments becomes law

September 13, 2012

Renters in California will no longer need to worry if they choose not to pay their rent through electronic means.

Senate Bill 1555, sponsored by state Sen. Ted Lieu (D-Marina del Rey) was signed by Gov. Jerry Brown Sept. 6, making it illegal for a landlord to institute a policy requiring tenants to make their rental payments online.

CHICO NEWS & REVIEW: Hound hunt ban

September 13, 2012
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When a howling pack of aggressive hunting dogs wearing radio collars chases a fleeing bear for miles through the woods and, finally, up a tree, an ancient and natural relationship is unfurling.

So says Josh Brones, president of the California Houndsmen for Conservation, a statewide group that advocates for the use of trained dogs in a recreational sport called hound hunting.

WESTHOLLYWOOD PATCH: Tenants Can Still Pay Rent by Check or Money Order

September 11, 2012

By James F. Mills

Gov. Jerry Brown signs legislation which prohibits landlords from requiring tenants to pay their rent online. Paying by check or money order must continue to be an option for all tenants.

West Hollywood tenants still have the option to pay their rent with a check thanks to a new bill which Governor Jerry Brown signed on Friday.