Insurance
COLOR DAVIS’ ENERGY POLICY GREEN
LA Weekly When the Los Angeles Times called for the ouster of Governor Gray Davis' press secretary -- for buying a few…
Aug 17, 2001Consumer Watchdog
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Energy
Bailout Watch #66 – Aug 15, 2001
BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians Bailout Watch #66 - Aug 15, 2001 All Quid no…
Aug 15, 2001
Energy
Edison Hangs Hopes on Sacramento
Execs say debt load can't be eased without legislative help. A deadline passes without action.Los Angeles Times Legislative action in the next…
Aug 15, 2001
Energy
Davis reveals makeup of Power Authority
The San Francisco Chronicle Gov. Gray Davis drew yesterday from his own inner circle and the business world to create a public…
Aug 14, 2001
Energy
State Power Authority takes first step
The San Francisco Chronicle California enters undiscovered territory this week with the launch of a new Power Authority that will have unprecedented…
Aug 12, 2001
Energy
Chaos, Inexperience Hobbled Power Buyers
State electricity purchasers often finished second against veteran industry traders.Los Angeles Times It was the night before the darkest day of the…
Aug 12, 2001
Energy
Californians Ponder Power Officials’ Ethics During Energy Crisis
San Jose Mercury News Californians who suspect they have been victimized by profiteering energy companies have something new to ponder.
Aug 11, 2001
Energy
Bailout Watch #65 – Aug 10, 2001
BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians Bailout Watch #65 - Aug 10, 2001 Davis's Department of…
Aug 10, 2001
Insurance
State agency files revised money needs, but no details
The Associated Press An administrative law judge with the Public Utilities Commission has given utilities and consumer groups until Tuesday to comment…
Aug 9, 2001
Energy
Bailout Watch #64 – Aug 08, 2001
BAILOUT WATCH: Keeping an eye on the energy industry and the politicians Bailout Watch #64 - Aug 08, 2001 National Edition Prez.…
Aug 8, 2001
Energy
State still not sure if electric rate increase is needed
The Associated Press California consumer's electric rates won't climb any higher, according to officials from the agency that has spent more than…
Aug 8, 2001
Energy
Developments in California’s energy crisis
The Associated Press Pacific Gas and Electric Co. tells state power regulators the amount of electricity each household can buy at the…
Aug 8, 2001
Privacy
AAA Cleared in Hawaiian Tour Deal
State attorney general's office says Auto Club did not break any laws by keeping Pleasant Holidays purchase secret.Los Angeles Times The Auto…
Aug 8, 2001Local Businesses Agree to Stop Sending Junk Faxes
Consumer Group Pursues Litigation Against Other Junk Faxers The Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights (FTCR) has succeeded in getting three of…
Aug 8, 2001
Healthcare
PATIENTS’ RIGHTS: WOULD HOUSE BILL ‘TRUMP’ CALIF., TEXAS?
American Health Line California Department of Managed Health Care Director Daniel Zingale said yesterday that patients' rights legislation (HR 2563) approved by…
Aug 7, 2001PUC “Draft Rate Agreement” vs. SB x2 18
Checks and Balances at Stake in Upcoming Energy Policy Decisions
Aug 7, 2001