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The state auditor’s report was ordered by lawmakers who criticized California’s unemployment agency for a backlog of claims and failing to prevent widespread fraud.
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In addition to the confirmed fraud, the state has stopped tens of billions of dollars in payments on bogus claims through tougher security measures, officials said.
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The proposal would also create a rent subsidy program using up to $2.6 billion in federal rental relief dollars.
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California’s ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products is suspended after a referendum by the tobacco industry qualified for the 2022 ballot.
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Grove, who once described herself as a “gun-carrying, tongue-talking, spirit-filled believer,” will be succeeded as Senate Republican leader by state Sen. Scott Wilk of Santa Clarita.
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A security specialist warns that the cost of unemployment fraud in California could be much higher than the $4 billion that was previously reported.
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State lawmakers say they’ve been flooded with desperate calls from constituents who don’t understand why their jobless benefits have been cut off by EDD.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes extending eviction protections and expediting $2.6 billion in federal rental assistance for low-income tenants.
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California’s Employment Development Department sent more than $42 million in coronavirus benefits to prison inmates in other states, according to an analysis reviewed by The Times.
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Padilla, considered a politician to watch since his 20s, has served on the L.A. City Council, in the Legislature and as California secretary of state.
