California's Lawapalooza: How Many New Laws Did They Actually Pass in 2024?
Are you ever scrolling through social media and see something about a crazy new California law? You think to yourself, "Wait, what? Can they just make up laws about everything now?" Well, buckle up, buttercup, because 2024 was a doozy for the Golden State's legislative scene.
So, how many laws exactly did California pass this year?
Let's just say they put "prolific" to shame. Over 1,000 bills were signed by Governor Newsom, which is basically a law avalanche. That's more legislation than you can shake a kale smoothie at (and yes, there's probably a new law about kale smoothies by now).
But wait, aren't most of these laws just, you know, boring government stuff?
Sure, some are the yawn-inducing variety, like the one declaring "National Tell a Librarian You Appreciate Them Day" (seriously, that's a thing now). But there are also some head-scratchers and downright hilarious ones that make you wonder what the California legislature was thinking...
Exhibit A: The Great Sidewalk Vending Crackdown
Apparently, California decided 2024 was the year to get tough on... sidewalk churros? A new law requires stricter permitting for vending on public sidewalks, which some say unfairly targets the delicious world of street food. Maybe they should've focused on laws against those pesky rogue pigeons who steal your churros instead.
Exhibit B: Mandatory Nap Time for Busy Bees (Just Kidding... But Maybe Not)
Okay, this one isn't quite a law (yet), but there was a serious proposal to require companies to provide nap pods for overworked employees. The idea is to boost productivity and well-being. Let's be honest, who wouldn't love a mandatory paid siesta in the middle of the workday?
So, how do you keep track of all these new laws?
Honestly, it's a challenge. Here's a tip: Befriend a local librarian (remember, they're practically national heroes now) and bribe them with artisanal bread (another potential new law, who knows?) to decipher the legalese for you.
The good news? With so many new laws, there's bound to be one that makes your life easier, weirder, or both. California, here's to you: the land of endless laws and endless entertainment.
