Time to bring California’s regulatory regime to heel
The California Post Editorial Board argues that the state's regulatory framework is excessively burdensome and needs significant reform. GOP gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton has promised to reduce these regulations if elected. The editorial suggests that a leaner government would improve affordability and quality of life for Californians.
- ▪California's regulatory regime is described as too many, too onerous, and too oppressive.
- ▪The state's high cost of living and declining quality of life have led many residents to leave.
- ▪A proposed 'billionaire' tax is expected to further drain the state's resources and innovation.
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Opinion Time to bring California’s regulatory regime to heel By CA Post Editorial Board Published May 29, 2026, 9:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google California regulations are too many, too onerous and too oppressive. The entire regime needs an overhaul. The issue’s hit the news because GOP candidate for governor Steve Hilton, whom The California Post endorsed today, has vowed to decimate state regulations if he wins. Good. Californians would benefit from leaner, less expensive government, a lower regulatory burden and a lighter touch from Sacramento almost across the board. California regulations are too many, too onerous and too oppressive.
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