California lawmakers to lose their state cars

California lawmakers to lose their state cars...state panel Thursday stripped California lawmakers of one of their most valued perks -- a state-purchased car, with gas and maintenance provided at taxpayer expense. The California Citizens Compensation Commission voted instead to give each legislator a $300 monthly transportation allowance, estimating the action will save the state more than $2.3 million over the first five years. "We're broke,'' said Commissioner Chuck Murray. "You have to cut money somewhere.''

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