San Diego City Wire

Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed six bills following requests from Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones. The bills, which were passed by California Democrat legislators, have been described by Jones as problematic.

“I urged the governor to veto several bad bills passed by the Legislature this year and I thank him for listening to my requests,” said Leader Jones. “I’m always glad to see bipartisan leadership on important issues.”

The list of vetoed bills includes:

SB 58 (Wiener) – This bill would have decriminalized the personal use of specified hallucinogens starting in January 2025.

SB 81 (Skinner) – This bill aimed to force courts to override the parole board and governor, potentially leading to early release of criminals, including violent offenders.

SB 403 (Wahab) – A measure criticized for targeting and racially profiling South Asian Californians, while also posing risks to other residents and businesses.

AB 1604 (Bonta) – This bill proposed restrictions on charter school facility funding, which was seen as detrimental to charter schools and their students.

SB 541 (Menjivar) – It sought to require junior high and high schools to provide condoms to all students, including those as young as 12.

SB 596 (Portantino) – Aimed at addressing "substantial disorder" at school board meetings, it was viewed as an attempt to silence concerned parents.

The governor's decision reflects a response to concerns raised by Leader Jones regarding these legislative measures.