Gov. Gavin Newsom signed 997 new laws in 2022, many of which take effect on Jan. 1, while some go into effect later in the year. Here's a look at some of them:
Protected rap lyrics
In criminal trials, prosecutors often use the defendants' words against them. That includes things like rap lyrics, which prosecutors sometimes use to attack someone's character or connect the crime to gang violence. A aims to restrict the use of “creative content” in courts, requiring a judge to first hold a hearing about whether the content is admissible.Women often pay a lot more for shampoo and deodorant than men do. That's because retailers often charge more for products that are marketed toward women, a practice known as the “pink tax.” A
says products that retailers must charge the same prices for products that are “substantially similar” regardless of their marketing.
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