Hawaii HB2468 - $20/Hour Mandatory Intern Wages and Apprenticeship Program Amendments

Hawaii HB2468 amends the private sector On-the-Job Training Work Experience Program and State Internship and Workforce Development Program to require employers to pay interns a minimum of $20 per hour (up to 40 hours weekly) and require program sponsors to contribute 50% of intern wages while providing supervision and training. Sponsors may seek reimbursement for administrative costs capped at 10% of interns' wages. The bill also requires experience gained through internships to count toward civil service minimum qualifications and transfers program responsibilities from DLIR to the Department of Human Resources Development.

AB2030 Dietary Supplements for Weight Loss and OTC Diet Pills

California Assembly Bill AB2030 passed the Health Committee on March 24, 2026 (12-1 vote) and was re-referred to the Judiciary Committee. The bill would add Section 110423.7 to the Health and Safety Code, imposing new requirements on dietary supplements marketed for weight loss and over-the-counter diet pills. If enacted, the legislation would require manufacturers and retailers to comply with additional labeling, safety, or efficacy disclosure requirements.

Common interest developments: declarations: amendments

California Assembly Bill AB2035 passed the Housing and Community Development Committee on March 25, 2026 with a 12-0 vote. The bill would amend Section 4275 of the California Civil Code relating to common interest developments, specifically addressing declaration amendments. The legislation has been re-referred to the Judiciary Committee for further consideration.

Zero-emission transit buses axle weight

California Governor signed AB1944 into law on April 6, 2026, amending Section 35554 of the Vehicle Code to address axle weight requirements for zero-emission transit buses. The bill passed the Assembly 62-3 and was referred to the Senate Rules Committee after passage. This legislation provides regulatory clarification for transit agencies operating or planning to operate battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell buses regarding weight standards.

AB2004 Deputy Sheriff Peace Officer Status

California Governor signed AB2004 into law, amending Penal Code Section 830.1 to clarify or expand peace officer status for deputy sheriffs. The bill passed the Assembly unanimously (60-0) and was read in the Senate on April 6, 2026. This legislation defines the scope of peace officer designations for deputy sheriff personnel within California law enforcement.

AB2199 - Statutory Form Power of Attorney Updates to Probate Code

California Governor signed AB2199 into law, amending the Probate Code to update statutory form power of attorney provisions. The bill adds Section 4466 and repeals and adds Section 4401 of the Probate Code. The legislation passed unanimously in both chambers (68-0 Assembly vote, 12-0 committee vote) during the 2025-2026 Regular Session. Legal professionals and consumers utilizing power of attorney documents in California will be affected by the updated statutory forms.

Corporate Litigation Investment Law (AB2305)

California Governor signed AB2305 into law on April 6, 2026, creating Article 7.5 in Chapter 4 of Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code. The new law establishes regulatory requirements for corporate investment in litigation practice and attorney participation in such arrangements. The bill passed the Assembly unanimously (68-0) after receiving a do-pass recommendation (12-0) from the Judiciary Committee.

Fishing and Hunting: Youth Program (SB1021)

California SB1021 establishes a youth fishing and hunting program by adding Section 318 to the Fish and Game Code. The bill passed the Senate on February 10, 2026, following committee review by Natural Resources and Water and Appropriations. The legislation creates a structured program to encourage youth participation in fishing and hunting activities under California fish and game regulations.

Civil Discovery Depositions Transcription Amendments

California Governor signed AB2290 on April 6, 2026, amending Section 2025.550 of the Code of Civil Procedure to modify civil discovery deposition transcription requirements. The bill passed unanimously in both chambers (68-0 in Assembly, 12-0 in committee) as a consent calendar item. This procedural change affects how oral depositions are transcribed in California civil litigation.

ALT001 drug trial for MSA-C cerebellar subtype

The National Library of Medicine registered a new clinical trial on ClinicalTrials.gov for ALT001, an investigational drug for the cerebellar subtype of Multiple System Atrophy (MSA-C). The trial is categorized as an interventional study. ClinicalTrials.gov is a publicly accessible database operated by the NIH as required under FDA regulations for clinical trial registration and results reporting.