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Bill to bar secret taxpayer-funded agreements stalls as $1.1B Capitol Annex remains opaque

A measure meant to stop secret agreements funded by taxpayers is faltering while lawmakers limit public information about the California Capitol Annex Project.

Published May 20, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT | WFMZZ

A bill intended to end secret agreements using taxpayer dollars now appears to be facing a quiet death. Meanwhile, the California Capitol Annex Project — costing taxpayers at least $1.1 billion — continues to have limited public disclosure as lawmakers restrict access to details.