Can CA afford to boost benefits for police and firefighters?

California lawmakers are advancing three bills that would boost benefits and pay for police officers and firefighters, according to CalMatters. The proposals have bipartisan support in the Legislature, but face a key challenge: a tight state budget and Gov. Newsom's reluctance to commit resources during a limited fiscal year.

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