A Look At Some Of The 36 Bills Vetoed By Gov. Jerry Brown

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — California lawmakers passed tough bills in the recently concluded legislative session that were among 36 vetoed by Gov. Jerry Brown.

Most of you have heard about the legislative bill that bans the use of plastic bags, or the one that requires drivers to give cyclists three feet as they pass.

But what about the bills that weren't signed?

Assembly Bill 47 would have established a yellow light alert system to help catch any driver who leaves the scene of an injury accident. But the so-called hit-and-run bill wasn't a hit with Brown, who said he was concerned it might overload the system.

Assembly Bill 913 would have forced those who run charter schools to adhere to stricter guidelines by the state. Brown gave the idea a failing grade, saying it went too far in prescribing how charter school boards must operate.

Assembly Bill 1646 would have changed the state vehicle code so accidents caused by a distracted driver using an electronic device would count as points against a driver's record. That would make it easier for someone's license to be suspended or revoked. Brown vetoed the bill, but ordered the DMV to add a new question on its drivers test about the dangers of texting or talking on a cellphone when they're behind the wheel.

Assembly Bill 2398 would have tripled the fines for any driver who hits a pedestrian or bicyclist when they're in a crosswalk or bike lane. Brown ruled the existing fines are sufficient.

Senate Bill 808 would have required anyone who builds guns at their home to first obtain a serial number and register the weapon with the Department of Justice. Brown's veto letter said the bill would not significantly. advance public safety.

Senate Bill 1443 would have prevented an elected official or candidate running for any elected office in the state from accepting free tickets to things like concerts or sporting events. Brown said proper disclosure should be sufficient to guard against undue influence.

While he vetoed 36 bills, he signed nearly twice as many into law.